Gregory Louis Martin

Gregory (Greg) Louis Martin, 54 of Kansas City died suddenly on March 25th, 2009.

He was born on May 11, 1954 in Hanover, Kansas. He graduated from Hanover High School in 1972. He attended Conception Seminary in Conception, Missouri for 2 years. He worked many years as a floral designer. He was married to Judith (Judy) Kotecki-Martin for 16 years.

Greg cherished his family and friends. He had a gentle spirit and compassionate heart. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a very spiritual person. He loved flowers, gardening and nature.

He was preceded in death by his parents Josephine and John Martin and a brother, Bernard. Survivors include his wife Judy and 7 siblings: Sister Joan Martin, RSM, Mary Goeckel (Leo), Jim Martin (Vivian), Betty Goeckel (La Vearn), Gene Martin (Anita), Don Martin (Susan), and John Martin (Jolene). Extended family includes many nieces and nephews.

If you wish, a memorial contribution can be made to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) or a charity of your choice.

Visitaton and Funeral Service

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 30, 2009 at 10:30 AM at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 12800 West 75th Street, Shawnee, Kansas. Visitation will be held at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee on Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a prayer service at 7:00 pm.