Joseph “Joe” Garland Martin, 71, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Garland field Martin and Naomi (Burris) Martin, was born December 18, 1954 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at his home. 

He was a former handyman and of the Christian faith. Joe enjoyed fishing, lifting weights, watching sports and cooking.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Lexie Cooper & husband Jonathan of Radcliff

2 sisters & 1 brother: Alene Gilpin & husband Dwight of Elk Horn, Debbie Martin and J.W. Martin both of Campbellsville

A host of other relatives & friends

The family chose cremation, and NO services are scheduled at his time.

Memorials are suggested to the Funeral Expense Fund, which can be made in person at the funeral home, or by clicking the “Tribute Fund": tab at the top of the obituary on the lrpetty.com website.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.