Barbara J. Martin
July 20, 1953 - March 15, 2017
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Barbara J. Martin
July 20, 1953 - March 15, 2017
Obituary
Barbara j. Martin, 63, of bridgeport, passed away on march 15, 2017 in charleston, wv, surrounded by her family.
She was born in st. Louis, mo, on july 20, 1953, a daughter of austin r. And dorothy c. Tinsley.
Surviving are her husband, john d. Martin ii, who she married on july 27, 1974; her sons, douglas c. Martin and his wife, kathryn, of roanoke, va, and curtis b. Martin of charleston, sc; her brother, james c. Tinsley, and his wife, karen, of plant city, fl; and her brother-in-law, manuel medina, of henderson, nv.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, linda medina.
Barbara had a wealth of amazing friends that have provided unending love and support to her and her family through the years. Barbara’s family was incredibly important to her, and her love for her family was unquestionable, as is their continued love for her. She was the beating heart in a family filled with love, and her remarkable loving and fighting spirit continues on with those that knew her. Barbara loved to laugh with (and at) her family, and to travel, dance, spend time with her friends, read nearly anything she could get her hands on, and enjoy the peace and quiet of her backyard on beautiful days. She also loved dogs, and her favorite was the family dog, rolex. Most of all, she loved to spend time with her husband, regardless of what they were doing, and seeing her boys happy.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, her family respectfully requests that contributions can be made in her name to family house (familyhouse.Org), or the humane society of harrison county (hshcwv.Org).
You may send condolences to the family at www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.

11 responses to Barbara J. Martin
Tammy Gemas says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
My Husband Michael Was A Receipt Of A Super Hero Cape Today. Your Family Story Inspired Him. He Had Cancer When He Was 7 And Then Again At 47. He Has Had Multiple Surgeries And Complications With This Current Stay Already At Day 51. Thanks For The Inspiration.
Nancy Gorby says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend Of Family
Location: Stonewood West Virginia
I Had No Idea ! Just Found Out ! Love And Prayers To All Of You God Bless
Mr &Mrs Sam Scolapo says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Clarksburg Wv West Virginia
David, Our Deepest Sympathy To You And Your Son’S On The Passing Of Barbara.
Kay Burnett says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Teacher Of Doug And Curtis
Location: Bridgeport West Virginia
I Was Saddened To Hear The News About Barbara. I Haven’T Seen The Family In Many Years…..Since I Had Both Doug And Curtis In Third Grade. I Do Remember A Very Beautiful, Kind, Generous Mom That Dearly Loved Her Family! Please Accept My Condolences And Know That All Of You Are In My Prayers.
June And Jim Eschenmann says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Bridgeport West Virginia
So Sorry To Hear About Barb’S Passing. We Know It Has Been A Long Journey. Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You And The Boys!