Martin, V. Neoma

V. Neoma Martin, 97, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 15, 2010, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston, Iowa. Visitation will be after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Independence. A celebration of her life service begins at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Interment will be at the Walker Cemetery, Walker.

Neoma was born Oct. 29, 1912, near Walker, the daughter of Everett and Alta (Dunlap) McCalley. She was united in marriage on August 31, 1932, to Merle Martin. They lived their married life in Independence, Cresco, Manchester, Walker and then returned to Independence. Neoma moved to Silvercrest Assisted Living in Clive, where she lived happily the last seven months of her earthly life.

Neoma will be greatly missed by her daughter, Beverly (Jim) Potter of Urbandale, and by Beverly and Jim's children, Steven Potter of Marshalltown, Kimerly (Sam) Mina of Ventura, Calif., Julie (Lou) Bueno of Urbandale, Lori (Roger) Nagel of Highlands Ranch, Colo., and Lisa (Lee) Wright of Wauconda, Ill.

Neoma was also dearly loved by the children of her deceased son, Dennis Martin and his wife, Debra: Dr. Christopher (Amy) Martin of Macomb, Ill., Jason Martin of Williamsville, Ill., Heather (Mark) Crites of Chatham, Ill., and Devin Martin of Rockford, Ill.

Neoma was blessed with 18 great-grandchildren; a beloved nephew, Gerald McCalley; several other nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Neoma was preceded in death by her parents; seven siblings; her husband, Merle Martin; their son, Dennis and his wife, Debra; and her second husband, John Muchmore.

Neoma had a deep faith and trust in God and lived a life of service to Him and others that she knew.

Memorial contributions may be given in her name to First Baptist Church, Independence, IA, or to Mercy Hospice, 5820 Winwood Dr., Johnston, IA 50131.

White Funeral Home of Independence is in charge of arrangements.

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