Martha was born and raised in Chattanooga and was a very loving homemaker and faithful wife whose door was always open for the neighborhood children. She was also a charter member of New Hope Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Steve O’Rear; son, Richard O’Rear and his wife, Cynthia; son, Tommy O’Rear; grandchildren, Rachael, Kevin and Eric O’Rear; brother, Tully Crowder, Jr. and his wife, Judy; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Tully and Clare Crowder; and brother, Tom Crowder.
There will not be any visitation at the funeral home.
Graveside Services will be at 10 AM on Friday, December 20, 2013 at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to New Hope Presbyterian Building Fund, Hospice of Chattanooga or The Gideons.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist.