Martha Lynne Blades

Martha Lynne Blades, daughter of the late Eugene Blades and Ann Smith Blades, was born April 30, 1958 and entered into eternal rest April 2, 2025, at the age of 66 years.

Martha retired from the Howell County Assessor’s Office after 20 years.  She enjoyed making jewelry and gardening.

Martha is survived by her children, Rebekha Villaplando, Justen Villalpando and Chase Martin; four grandchildren, Samuel Gray, Mia Gray, Liam Gray and Rider Villalpando; three sisters, Janet Nixon and husband, Nick, Cathy Hogan and Lori Blades; sister-in-law, Cheri Holmes and husband, Chuck; mother-in-law, Sue Martin; one uncle, Gary Blades and family; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Her parents and her spouse, Robert Lee Martin, preceded her in death.  

Martha’s dedication to her family will be honored for generations to come.

Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.