Darrel Martin

The funeral for Darrel Martin, 90, will be 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at First Baptist Church in Hennessey officiated by Jimmy Berkenbile and Todd Cameron.

Burial will follow at Hennessey Cemetery under the direction of Cordry-Gritz Funeral Home.

Viewing began at the funeral home Friday and continues through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Darrel was born at Tryon on Dec. 30, 1929, to Homer and Nola Basham Martin and died Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, at Hennessey Care Center.

He married Pauline Rodman in Cushing on Feb. 27, 1955.

Darrel was an avid gardener and enjoyed OU football. He is survived by his wife

He is survived by his wife Pauline of the home; two daughters, Paula Patrick of Kingfisher, Denise Penrod and husband Tim of Sugarland, Texas; five grandchildren, Bryan Patrick, Kerri Washam, David Penrod and wife McKenzie, Mark Penrod, Kevin Penrod; five great-grandchildren, Blake Patrick, Chace Washam, Matthew Penrod, Makayla Penrod, Vergel Penrod; one half-brother, Harlin Martin; one half-sister, Glenda Martin; and several nieces and nephews.

Darrel was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association with the funeral home serving as custodian of the fund.