John Dale “J.D.” Martin, 79, of Marshall, IL passed away 4:02 PM Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021 in Union Hospital at Terre Haute, IN. J.D. was born Feb. 16, 1942 in Winter Haven, FL the son of Elza Dale and Minnie McNabb Martin. He married Debra Wallace on July 7, 1984 and she survives. Also surviving are two children, Jerry (Jolie)Martin of Wapakoneta, OH; a daughter, Deanna Wickes of Casey, IL; siblings, Edith (Bruce) Carter of Robinson, IL, Andy (Jami) Martin of Martinsville, IL, Ray Martin of Waco, TX, Dave Martin of Las Vegas, NV and Danny Martin of Paris, IL; 8 grandchildren and one great grandchild. In additions to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Tony Martin in 2017. J.D. was proud of his military service to this nation while serving in the U.S. Army. At the rank of Spec 5 he served as a medic in the 16 Medical Detachment in Viet Nam. He also served time at Wartenberg, Germany prior to being discharges. He was a life member of VFW Post #5975. Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, Oct. 28th at Marshall Cemetery.