Ann Martin, 70, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. She was born September 1, 1955 in Adair County, a daughter of the late Geraldine Davidson Grant and Herschel Grant.

She was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Kessler.

Ann had a 41 year successful career in the banking industry, starting as a Part-Time Teller at First National Bank and eventually becomingMarket President of First & Farmers National Bank, retiring in 2022.  

She was a member of Gum Lick Christian Church, currently serving on the Board of Directors of First & Farmers National Bank, a member of the Chamber of Commerce and had served on the Economic Development Authority.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Steve Martin of Columbia

1 daughter & son-in-law: Lori & Matt Smith of Bowling Green

1 son & daughter-in-law: Dr. S. Ross and Leigh Ann Martin of Edmond, Oklahoma

4 grandchildren: Addison, Lucy, and Maggie Martin and Wilder Smith

1 brother: David Grant (Vanessa Flinchum) of Campbellsville

1 sister and 2 brothers-in-law: Patsy and Bill Melton of Lexington and Edward Kessler of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Martin and Dr. S. Ross Martin officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery with Bro. Richard Martin officiating

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Tuesday

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Ann Martin Endowed Scholarship Fund at Lindsey Willson University or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Casket Bearers: Eddie Kessler, Kevin Kessler, Timothy Kessler, Jeremiah Perkins, Nic Genakos, Robert Grasham, Tim Grasham, Drew Burwash, and Dr. Ronald Rogers

Honorary: Board of Directors, Past and Present Employees of First & Farmers National Bank

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.