Eli "Jake" Allen Martin, 82, of Leroy, WV passed away October 8, 2024 at his residence.

Jake was born March 19, 1942 in Roane County, WV and was the son of the late Alfred and Gracie Lawson Martin.

Jake was a retired truck driver, and school bus driver for Roane County Schools.

He enjoyed farming and hunting. Jake was known to have always been willing to help others on their farms and their animals when in need, he was a good neighbor to have.

Left behind to cherish his memory is his companion of 30 years, JoAnn Blosser of Leroy;

children, Debbie Martin Barron of Columbus, OH and Jason Martin of Elkins, WV; brother, Carroll Martin; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six siblings, Nelson, Eugene, Leslie, Roy, Linda and Cathy.

Services will be 1:00 P.M. ~ Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home in Spencer with Pastor Jack Roberts officiating with burial to follow at Fox Cemetery in Roane County. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Sunday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.taylorvandalefuneralhome.com