Connie Sue (Adkins) Martin

Connie Sue (Adkins) Martin 72, of Greenup, Kentucky, passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord, Monday, June 16, 2025, surrounded by her family who she loved dearly. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend whose life was a testament to her unwavering faith and boundless love for others.

Connie was born on August 10, 1952, in Beattyville, Kentucky a daughter of the late Virgil and Billie Newman Adkins.

Connie was a 1970 graduate of Greenup High School. In her earlier years, Connie worked as a talented beautician, working in downtown Greenup at Bonnie's Styling Salon, and out of her home and shop on Coal Branch Road. Beyond her work, Connie possessed a creative spirit; throughout her life, she loved to sew, paint, create various crafts, and decorate. She had a special gift for turning everything she touched into something beautiful. Also, a truly gifted cook, Connie was renowned for her delicious baking and country cooking, a skill she lovingly shared with family and friends.

Connie was a faithful and beloved member of the Lloyd Church of the Nazarene, where her beautiful singing voice blessed everyone for many years through hymns and songs of worship and praise. Just a day before her passing, she was praising God and sang her last songs, "Amazing Grace," and “I’m a Winner Either Way”, surrounded by her family. Her profound faith, love, and passion were evident in her dedicated work with the kids in children’s church over many years, teaching them to sing and leading music during many Vacation Bible Schools. Above all, Connie was proud to declare her Christian faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and joyfully shared her beliefs with everyone, a living example in being a follower of Christ.

Connie was a woman of remarkable strength, kindness, and unwavering love. She approached life with a gentle spirit and a generous heart, always putting the needs of others before her own. Her compassion knew no bounds, and she touched countless lives with her empathy and understanding. She was humble in her accomplishments and patient in all her dealings, offering wisdom, comfort, and unconditional support through every season of life. Her resilience in the face of challenges was an inspiration, and her joyful spirit brightened every room she entered. She will be remembered for her warm smile, her loving embrace, and the profound impact she had on everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Connie is survived by her loving and faithful husband of 53 years, Pete Martin. Their bond was a testament to enduring love, built on deep affection and mutual respect. Pete's devotion was unwavering, especially in times of sickness, as he remained steadfastly by her side, a constant source of comfort and strength. She also leaves behind her devoted children: a daughter, Kristi (Bill) Kohm of Lexington, Kentucky; and two sons, Brent (Jennifer) Martin and Jeff (Amanda) Martin, both of Greenup, Kentucky. She was the proud and adoring grandmother of six beautiful grandchildren: Brynn Martin, Jett Martin, Reese Martin, and Belle Martin, all of Greenup, Kentucky, and Hannah Kohm and Hadley Kohm of Lexington, Kentucky. Also surviving is her sister, Trina (Earl) Kirk, of Greenup, Kentucky, a sister-in-law, Vicky Adkins of Lloyd, Kentucky, and a host of nieces, nephews, and family members who will miss her dearly.

In addition to her parents, Connie was preceded in death by her brother, Grover Adkins.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 20, 2025, at Lloyd Church of the Nazarene in Lloyd, Kentucky, by Bro. Kenneth Martin II and Bro. Hayden Hunt. Burial will be in the Brick Union Cemetery, Lloyd, Kentucky. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky. There will be a one hour visitation starting at 10:00 AM before the service on Friday, at the church, Lloyd Church of the Nazarene.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lloyd Church of the Nazarene, 157 Ohio River Road, Greenup, Kentucky. Condolences may be made at www.rlrfuneralhome.