Kimberly L. Martin

June 17, 2024 at 3:28 p.m.


Kimberly L. Martin, 36, of Rushville, was taken from this life far too early as a result of a automobile accident in rural Rush County, June 9, 2024.

Kimberly was born in Shelbyville July 19, 1987, a daughter of Amy Lynn (Russell) and Larry McDowell.  She married Craig W. Martin June 21, 2014 and he survives.  The were blessed with a beautiful daughter, Eva Grace Martin who also survives.

Kimberly is also survived by two brothers, Derrick (Victoria) Russell, of Columbus, Ind.;  Tyler (Abbie) McDowell, of Anderson; mother and father-in-law, Sheryl and Alan Martin of Rushville;  her maternal grandmother, Joy Patten of Waldron will always miss her.  She is also survived by four nephews and two nieces.

She worked as a receptionist at Superb Smiles Dental Care Rushville for the last few years.  Kim loved seeing all the patients and helping them.  She was affiliated and  supported the Iron Order Motorcycle Club of Connersville.

A Celebration of Life was 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 15th at Todd Funeral Centre & Crematory in Rushville with Rev. Frank R. Smith officiating.  Visitation was  Friday, June 14, 2024 at the funeral home.

Offerings of love may be made to the Eva Grace Martin Education Fund 6541 W. CR 300N Rushville, IN 46173.   Please light a candle and share your memory with the family at www.ToddFuneralHome.com

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Kimberly L. Martin, 36, of Rushville, was taken from this life far too early as a result of a automobile accident in rural Rush County, June 9, 2024.

Kimberly was born in Shelbyville July 19, 1987, a daughter of Amy Lynn (Russell) and Larry McDowell.  She married Craig W. Martin June 21, 2014 and he survives.  The were blessed with a beautiful daughter, Eva Grace Martin who also survives.

Kimberly is also survived by two brothers, Derrick (Victoria) Russell, of Columbus, Ind.;  Tyler (Abbie) McDowell, of Anderson; mother and father-in-law, Sheryl and Alan Martin of Rushville;  her maternal grandmother, Joy Patten of Waldron will always miss her.  She is also survived by four nephews and two nieces.

She worked as a receptionist at Superb Smiles Dental Care Rushville for the last few years.  Kim loved seeing all the patients and helping them.  She was affiliated and  supported the Iron Order Motorcycle Club of Connersville.

A Celebration of Life was 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 15th at Todd Funeral Centre & Crematory in Rushville with Rev. Frank R. Smith officiating.  Visitation was  Friday, June 14, 2024 at the funeral home.

Offerings of love may be made to the Eva Grace Martin Education Fund 6541 W. CR 300N Rushville, IN 46173.   Please light a candle and share your memory with the family at www.ToddFuneralHome.com

Paid obituary.

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