Obituaries

Fred Lewis Martin

November 30, 1947 - August 10, 2026

Funeral services for Fred Lewis Martin will be held Friday, August 21 at Second Baptist Church of Pedricktown, 26 Pennsville Pedricktown Road, Pedricktown, NJ. Viewing will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.

Fred Lewis Martin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and neighbor, was born on November 30, 1947, in Cauthornville, Virginia, to the late Rossie Martin and the late Annie Johnson. He peacefully passed away at home on August 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, kindness, and cherished memories.

Fred received his early education in King and Queen County, Virginia. In his late teenage years, after completing his education, he moved to New Jersey, where he began building a life filled with hard work, family, and meaningful relationships. He dedicated more than 25 years of his life to working as a mechanic and construction laborer. Through his work, Fred was known for his ability to fix things, lend a helping hand, and never hesitate to assist those in need.

On January 31, 2017, Fred married the love of his life, Euricka Ann Farrior. Together, they shared a life filled with love, companionship, and treasured memories. Fred found great joy in his family, especially in playing with and watching his grandchildren grow up. He loved cars and trucks and took pride in helping others whenever he could. His generous spirit, sense of responsibility, and willingness to lend a helping hand touched the lives of many.

Fred leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Euricka Martin; his children, Lisa Edwards (Ronnie), Rashawnda Martin, Lolita Martin, and his stepchildren, Marckees Watkins (Jamal), Jahmere Farrior, and Cierra Sigel (William). He was preceded in death by his daughter, Christine Chung. He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him much happiness and pride.

Fred is also survived by his siblings, Lucille Martin, Margaret Taylor, Carolynn Townes (Stacey), Rossie Martin (Joyce), Earl Martin (Gloria), and Robert Martin (Lakisha). He was preceded in death by his siblings Ora Martin, Mary Martin, Inez Owens, Ella Taylor, Gary Martin, Charles Martin, and Howard Martin Sr. He is also lovingly remembered by his sisters-in-law, Mary Farrior and the late Janice Smith.

Fred will also be lovingly remembered by his special friends Richard Paige, Alex Williams, Raymond Jackson, Henry Martin, Jerry Scott, Tracey Thomas, and Joe Broders, along with a host of extended family members, friends, and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his special friends Dickie Johnson, Clarence Johnson, and Holland Louis Martin.