Vaughn Paul Martin Sr.

Vaughn Paul Martin Sr. of Belleview, Missouri passed away July 7, 2022 at Parkland Hospital at the age of 73 years. He was born October 12, 1948 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Calvary and Lena (Kendrick) Martin. On December 24, 1989 he was united in marriage to Gleora Arlene Conner who survives. Five children survive: Vaughn Martin Jr (Shanda) of Oates, Missouri, Marion "Marty" Ruben of Bismarck, Missouri, Lena Martin of Knob Lick, Missouri, Gwen Speak of Montgomery, Alabama, and Gerald Speak of Bismarck, North Dakota. His brother, Ronnie Martin (Kathy) of Mineral Point survives as do six grandchildren, one great grandson, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Vaughn was preceded in death by his grandson, Logan Martin, his brother, James Martin and three sisters: Mary Talley, Joan Hinkle, and Delores Dunn. Vaughn was a 1966 graduate of South Iron High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a crane operator,...