Myra Sue Martin

Myra was born in Daisy, TN to Virgil and Edith Douglas. She attended Rhea County High School and cherished her Tennessee roots. She was a woman of deep faith and a gifted gardener who is remembered for her many roses and other flowers, as well as vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Martin; parents Virgil and Edith Douglas; three sisters: Barbara Morgan, Mary Thompson, and Alma Wilkey.

Myra always said that she knew from a very early age that her calling in life was to be a mother. She raised her family in Winston-Salem, NC, and later moved to Raleigh. She is survived by a son, Kent Blackburn; three daughters: Darla Blackburn, Lisa (Tim) Varhola, Karen Hoeve, and Myra Belle Alexandre. She is also survived by her sister, Doris Douglas (Kenny Clark), seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, all of whom brought immense joy and love into her life. She will also be missed by her loving nieces and nephews.

In accordance with Myra Martin’s wishes, there will be no formal service. The family invites you to privately remember and celebrate Myra’s life in your own way. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Comfort Zone Camp at https://comfortzonecamp.org/