Martha Ellen Glassburn

Martha "Marty" Ellen Glassburn, 68, Kokomo, passed away peacefully at home Sunday November 5, 2023 surrounded by loving family. She was born in Kokomo,Indiana to the late Earl and Melvadine (Crousore) Lunsford on December 2, 1954. On February 22, 1980 she married the love of her life, Timothy W. Glassburn in Kokomo, IN, and he survives.

Marty graduated from Kokomo High School in 1973. She began working at St. Joseph hospital where she worked as a med tech for 14 years. Marty went on to work for Taylor School Corp as a Custodian/Head Custodian until she retired after 25 years. She took great pride in her work and loved her job at the school.

Marty's love for her family was unmatched. She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. Marty loved hosting gatherings and parties for many family and friends and ventured to many car shows and auctions through the years. She enjoyed many summers at their lake home at Stevenson's Point on Lake Shaffer in Monticello, IN boating, skiing, and enjoying her children, as well as many trips to their families place in Nokomis, FL. Marty had a special love for her chihuahua's which she always had near.

Along with her husband Tim, Marty is survived by her children Anthony W. Glassburn (Jennelle), Samantha Carpenter (Chris), and Cameron C. Glassburn (Krystin).

Grandchildren Zoey Gatliff, Emma Rayl, and Wesley Glassburn. Sister in laws Martha L. Farris (Mick) and Marsha E. Fox (Tim) as well as nieces and nephews and many friends that became family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Janie and Jim, and father in law Wesley W. Glassburn.

Above all else Marty loved her husband and children. Always supporting them and offering help anytime she could. She was a loving, kind and generous soul that will never be forgotten but, forever missed.

A funeral service will be held at 11am Saturday November 11th at Ellers Mortuary 3400 S Webster St. Kokomo, IN 46902, with a burial to follow at Galveston Cemetery with Pastor David Long Officiating.

Friends may visit with the family Friday, November 10th from 5p-8p at Ellers.

Memorial contributions can be made to Down Syndrome Indiana.