Johnathon Ray Martin

Johnathon Ray Martin, 44, of Elmira, MI, passed away at his mother’s home on November 9th, 2026. He was born on June 23rd, 1982.

John grew up in Atlanta, MI, where he attended Atlanta High School until his graduation in 2001. There, John starred on their cross-country running team; his Varsity jacket has a “cling” to it from all the medals he won from competing. He even had the opportunity to travel to Spain to compete in a cross-country competition.

Outside of his love for running, John was a true outdoor enthusiast. Whether it be canoeing or kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying the sunshine, he felt best while enjoying mother nature. While living in Mississippi, he was able to enjoy the outdoors even further because of the warm weather.

John enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends. He was a man they could count on, and he will be greatly missed at future family gatherings.

Surviving John is his mother Veronica (Larry) Martin; Grandmother Shirley (Mike Thomas) Sanger, of Elmira, MI; two brothers, Chris (Jasmine) Martin of Millersburg, MI, and Daryl (Piper) Martin of Syracuse, Utah; sister Jamie Goldsmith of Elmira, MI; and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Preceding John in death are his grandparents.

Arrangements are in the care of the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Please sign his online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com