Gary Martens,Sr.

Gary L. Martens, Sr. of St. Johns, died March 10, 2016 at the age of 70. He was born November 29, 1945 to Howard J. and Leona (Behrens) Martens. Gary worked as a Tool and Die Maker at General Motors. He was a member of UAW #652, the National Corvette Owners Association, the National Rifle Association, and St. Peter Lutheran Church. On November 6, 1965 Gary married Karen Bashore and she survives him. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2015.

Also surviving are their children, Marty (Dian) Martens of Wayland, MI, Mandy (Kevin) Badge of St. Johns, FL, Matt Martens of St. Johns, MI; grandchildren, Trey, Cassidy, KayeLee Martens, Meghan and Ty Badge, Hunter, Logan, and Lexi Martens; great granddaughter, Mia Martens; and brother, Everett (Ellen) Martens. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and great granddaughter, Macy Martens.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 17, 2016 at the St. Peter Lutheran Church with Pastor Quentin Nuttmann officiating. A gathering of friends and family will take place following the service at the church hall. Those planning on an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to St. Peter Lutheran School, 8990 Church Road, St. Johns, MI 48879.

The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Home.