Wilburn M Martin

Birth date: Feb 3, 1920 Death date: Aug 1, 2011

Services for Wilburn Melvin Martin will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4, 2011, in the sanctuary of Winterfield United Methodist Church in Longview with the Rev. Jay Barnes officiating. The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p. Read Obituary

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Scott E Johnson

448w ago

I think I reflect many of the memories on this page for Mr. Martin. He was also my music teacher at Johnston Elementary and choir director at the Presbyterian church. My condolences to his family as he was instrumental in me going on into Judson's band program and later LHS band and a member of the Longhorn Band at UT. Had he not taught me an appreciation for music and an understanding of it, I would not have made the many friends I have today that I met thru the music programs I have been involved in - Though I majored in accounting, many of those in the band program through my college days were NOT music majors. My Dad, E. Scott Johnson, sang in his Presbyterian church choir the whole time we were members and later he sang in the church choir in Cypress Texas for over 40 years. Mr Martin was a wonderful friend to me and to my family. He is missed and my thoughts will always be with him and the wonderful time I had as his student. Scott E Johnson, CPA / Magnolia, TX

Anonymous

737w ago

WOW ! I learned So Much from Mr. Martin !
Reading music, playing non-standard instruments from nails, flower pots,bamboo chimes, IV bottles, to playing piano,viola, cello,of course flutaphone,and a few other things, are all as a result of Mr. Martin's influence. His wonderful music extravaganzas, his white station wagon with the potential instruments in the back, his accordion that he played because it was more portable than his piano, are wonderful memories that have stayed with me all of these years.
Thank You, Martin family for sharing this wonderful man with so many of us. May God give you Comfort during this time of loss, and Peace in knowing that he is with the Lord.##imported-begin##Debra Collier-Kerstetter##imported-end##

Anonymous

741w ago

I will always have great memories of "Mr. Martin". He taught many of us music at Judson Jr. High, and many of those students like me went on to become music teachers. He was a wonderful, loving teacher but had a firm hand that we all needed. He will always be remembered and greatly missed.##imported-begin##Doice Grant##imported-end##

Anonymous

741w ago

Mr. Martin was my teacher of music at Judson from 1953-1961. He taught me how to play the cornet, piano, and male quartet singing. But he was more than an excellent teacher. His influence on my life continues after all of the years since Judson. Mr. Martin's family Mrs. Martin, Ouida, and Roger were important to my family, and the Judson community. Mr. Martin, I will always remain grateful for your help.##imported-begin##Elwyn Delk##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

Mr. Martin was my music teacher at Mozelle Johnston Elementary. I remember our Third Grade Musical with him - native american costumes and drums of coffee cans with innertube tops. He made music magical.

I remember his kindness when I was anxious because I'd done my homework for him in brown crayon since I couldn't find a pencil wish all my problems were this big - when he looked at it he said "How nice you did it in crayon. Maybe you could use lots of colors next time"

I have remembered throughout my career as a designer that kind acceptance and encouragement. And I ask myself if I might be just limiting myself to brown crayola when I could use all the colors.

My condolences on your loss.

Shauna Canter##imported-begin##Shauna Canter##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of one of my biggest icons of my life. I would have been there but had a stroke 3 weeks ago and now in rehab. Quida, may God bless your whole family. He leaves behind major impacts on many lives.

John##imported-begin##john hvezdos##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

Many wonderful memories of an inspired teacher and fine man.##imported-begin##Millicent Canter##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

Mr. Martin was my teacher at Mozelle Johnson and also choir at church. Very sorry to hear of his passing. He dedicated his life to sharing music.##imported-begin##Kent Smith##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Martin.. the family is in our thoughts and prayers##imported-begin##Daniel and Vicki Stelly##imported-end##

Anonymous

742w ago

Dear Ouida, I was sorry to hear about your dad. He was a meticulous musician with high standards. He was directing the choir at Winterfield when I was substituting there as organist/pianist. I always think of him and chuckle when trying to play 16th notes evenly, which he correctly reminded me I needed to do better.##imported-begin##Pat DeSain##imported-end##

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