Martha Frances Garner, 90, of Marshall, IL passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Marshall Rehabilitation and Nursing in Marshall. She was born on October 27, 1929 at Chrisman, IL, the daughter of Alton and Kathryn Blankenship. She married Lloyd G. Garner on Nov. 25, 1947 and he preceded her in death on June 11, 2001. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers Alton “Sonny” Blankenship and Charles Blankenship; a sister, Aleta Litteral and an infant grandchild, Rebecca Garner. Surviving are her children, Leta Joan (Dale) Reeley, John A. (Patty) Garner and Lloyd A. (Cheryll) Garner all of Marshall, IL; sisters, Ruby Paulsen, Alberta Siverly, Shirley (Emery) Shumaker and Dona (Danny) Sanders all of Marshall. A sister-in-law who was more like a sister than a sister-in-law, Brenda Blankenship of Martinsville, IL; four grandchildren, Rachelle (Tom) Christian, Clay Reeley and significant other Nicole Sanders, Sheron (Ryan) Ramey and Seth (Alyssa) Garner; four step grandchildren, Dale Reeley Jr., Todd England, Trevor England and Jessica Judkins; twelve great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She loved her family and extended family more than they will ever know. Martha was formerly employed at TRW, Zenith and King’s Catering. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary #5975 where she held many offices during this time which included the position of being President. She proudly walked and carried the flag in many parades and cooked many meals with help at the VFW and was known to be one of the best homemade noodle makers. She was an avid bowler in her day. Martha was a pillar at the Marshall Baptist Church and was a Preschool Sunday School Teacher for decades and was involved with the Loving Hands Group. SERVICE WILL BE PRIVATE WITH PRIVATE BURIAL AT MARSHALL CEMETERY. a REGISTER BOOK WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 8:00 am TO 7:00 PM FRIDAY AT THE FUNERAL HOME FOR FRIENDS TO SIGN OR CONDOLENCES MAY BE LEFT ON THIS WEBSITE. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall Baptist Church. pearcefuneralservices.com.