William Dean (Bill) Martin, 79, of Lynchburg, Tennessee, passed away Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, on his farm doing what he loved.

He was a caring husband, loving father, doting grandfather and extremely loyal friend. Bill was a 35-year veteran educator and coach who found fulfillment leading others in sports and in life. He invested his time in his community, often showing up for friends in their greatest times of need. He was known for his quick wit and wisdom, booming voice and entertaining stories. His greatest love was his family and his Lord, Jesus Christ. He adored his wife Sherry, and they shared 53 wonderful years together. After a long day of working on the farm, Bill could be found watching his grandchildren at their sporting events or watching westerns with his grandson.

He was a lifelong member and servant of Booneville United Methodist Church until they closed their doors. He then began attending Oak Hill Baptist.

He will be greatly missed. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Delorice Martin. He is survived by his wife, Sherry, his three children, Stacie (Rob) Newton, Andrew (Diana) Martin, and Megan (Wes) Frazier, his grandchildren: Julia, Caleb, and Allie Grace Newton, Isabella and Hannah Martin, and Annesley, Ella, and Charlotte Frazier.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in the chapel of Jennings-Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Interment followed in Booneville Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Moore County Hoops Club, 1502 Lynchburg Hwy, Lynchburg, TN 37353.

Jennings-Moore-Cortner Funeral Home in Lynchburg is handling arrangements.