Martha Elizabeth Marti

photo_marti_webMartha Elizabeth Marti, age 78, of Friendship, Wisconsin passed away Thursday, October 6, 2016 at her home.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin.   Pastor Timothy Board will officiate.  Interment will be at the Mt. Repose Cemetery, Friendship, Wisconsin.  Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.

Martha was born November 26, 1937 in Jamestown, North Dakota to Theodore and Helen (Wilman) Witcraft. They moved to Adams, Wisconsin while she was in grade school.  She graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1956.

Martha married Robert Dallman and they had one daughter Penny.  After Robert passed away she married Bruce Marti on July 6, 1968 in Friendship.  They had three children together, two boys Brad & Brian, and one girl Trudy.

Martha in the past has worked as a bookkeeper, waitress, nurse’s aide, and a farmer’s wife.  She was a secretary/treasurer for many organizations, such as Brown Swiss Cantan 4, the 4-H leader association, Friendship Bible Church, and many Christian Women’s groups.

Martha enjoyed bowling with the A-F Ladies “A” League, and raising Brown Swiss cows with her husband Bruce.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore & Helen Witcraft; brothers, Fred & Bob Witcraft; grandson, Joseph Vinopal Jr.; first husband, Robert Dalman; sister-in-law, Mary (Louie) Armstrong, and brothers-in-law, Dale Anderson & Dale Marti.

 

Survivors:

Husband:  Bruce Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Step-Daughter:  Maryanne Perring of Beloit, Wisconsin

Step-Son:  Bruce (Alyssa) Marti Jr. of Nashville, Indiana

Daughter:  Penny (Joseph) Vinopal Sr. of Mauston, Wisconsin

Son:  Brad (Chris) Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Son:  Brian (Bonnie) Marti Sr. of Friendship, Wisconsin

Daughter:  Trudy Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Sister:  Donna (Stuart) Thomas of Coralville, Iowa

Sister:  Lillian Anderson of Warrens, Wisconsin

Granddaughter:  Crystal (Justin Gray) Vinopal of Oxford, Wisconsin

Granddaughter:  Erica (Jeremy) Pfister of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Brian Marti Jr. of Friendship, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Tyler Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Cody Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Aron (Kayla Kratz) Marti of Wautoma, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Aric Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Grandson:  Alex Marti of Friendship, Wisconsin

Step-Granddaughter:  Brandi Estrada of Sauk Village, Illinois

Step-Grandson:  Joseph Estrada-Uphoff of Friendship, Wisconsin

Step-Grandson:  James Perring of Germany

Step-Grandson:  Andy Perring of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Step-Granddaughter:  Jean Marti of Beloit, Wisconsin

four great-grandchildren:  Ivy Jo, Gavin Jared, Tate Joseph, and Kevin

3 foster children:  Rayma, Rhonda, and Mike

further survived by many:  nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends

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Condolences

  1. Robert J. Andrews says:

    Bruce please accept my families condolenceson the loss of your wife Martha. She was a sweet hard working lady. May Jesus give you peace.
    Denies Wood Andrews & the Wood family

  2. Joan Leinweber Hunter says:

    I am so sorry for your loss. Martha was such a sweet and gentle person. I know she had deep love for our Lord and is with Him now.

  3. Ron / Velna Waite says:

    Bruce and all of Marthas’family, Was deeply saddened when I heard of your loss. Martha and I went to grade school and high school together. Martha was always so good natured and helpful. God Bless

  4. Rose (Schonasky) Corton says:

    So sorry for you loss

  5. Allen Baumgartner Sr. Family says:

    So sorry for your loss , God bless you in trouble times.

  6. PAT HOLM- JODARSKI says:

    sorry unable to attend funeral due to illness have great memories of highschool days with you and boober a big loss to family and friends prayers with you all

  7. A-F Ladies "A" League says:

    Sending our deepest Sympathies to Trudy and the entire Marti Family. Martha will be missed by all, such a special person.

  8. Cheryl Kitzki says:

    So sorry for your loss. Martha was a sweet lady and will be fondly remembered by all.

  9. Curt and Michelle Pollex says:

    Sending prayers of God’s comfort. I remember her from the good old 4-H days. Very kind lady. God bless~

  10. Don C. Wohlfert says:

    I went through grade school and high school with Martha. She always went out of her way to be friendly and seemed to carry that smile where ever she was. She was a good classmate, community supporter, loved her family very much and I’m sure she will be rewarded in heaven for being the person she was.

  11. BILL AND FRAN CHRISTOFFERSON says:

    SO SORRY OF YOUR LOSS BRUCE AND FAMILY BILL AND FRAN CHRISTOFFERSON

  12. Patricia Schiefer says:

    So sorry to hear of Martha, s passing she was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed waiting on her Waitressing she will be greatly missed.

  13. Romie and Shirley Theisen says:

    Our deepest sympathy to Martha’s family. She will most certainly be remembered for all her hard work with area young people, sharing her vast knowledge and energy, in 4-H and farming, and Christian faith. Rest in Peace, dear classmate.

  14. Linda Roberts-Thiessen says:

    Sending sincere condolences to the entire family

  15. julia setwyn (nicpon) says:

    I am so sorry for your loss. She was a very kind woman. Trudy you and your family are in my prayers.

  16. Audrey(Gulrud) and Norbert Beck says:

    Bruce and family, you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of Martha. We were in grade school and high school, and in 4-H where Martha got the start with the Brown Swiss. I have such good memories of her, as I stayed overnite at her house many times.We know she is at peace now, and where she wanted to be. God’s blessings on all of you.

  17. Juanita (Woosley) Ediger says:

    Thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I remember Martha as a sweet,special lady from when I was growing up and attending Friendship Congregational Church. Praying God’ comfort for you at this time.

  18. Robin Elkington says:

    My prayers go out to Martha’s family . I have many positive memories of Martha from Friendship Congregational Church . Martha is with her eternal Father now .

  19. Angelique Boyer says:

    To the entire family,

    You have my deepest of sympathies and are in my prayers. Martha was a wonderful, loving, kind hearted woman. I have many fond memories of my time on the farm with the family and I know she will be greatly missed by all. My heart is with each and everyone one of you.

  20. Coral Klein Smith says:

    So very sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to you.

  21. Jeannie (Armstrong) York says:

    Uncle Bruce , Penny, Maryann, Bruce, Brad, Brian and Trudy, So very sorry for your loss, May God comfort you all, with loving memories’ I know,I have some wonderful memories spent with your family when I was young. My thoughts and prayers be with you. May god wrap his arms around you and give you peace.

  22. Rhonda Ghodeswar says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss may she rest in peace and your love and memories be in your heart. So precious memories of her love.

  23. Girusha Diana Paulson (Gordon's wife) says:

    My prayers for the family, may god confort you during this difficult time.

  24. Harold and Dorothy Ashworth says:

    Many years ago when we were visiting relatives in the Friendship area, Martha and her family invited us to their farm. Our 2 city-slicker sons had a great time playing in the haymow with new kittens, riding a pony, and even milking a cow! They still remember the fun they had with Brian and Brad. Martha was a wonderful classmate with a kind and generous personality. We send our sincere sympathy to her family and know that she will be missed by many.

  25. Judy (Armstrong)Bronson and family says:

    Uncle Bruce and the rest of the Marti family So Sorry for your loss. You have our deepest Condolences at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  26. Kent and Ida Mae Bacon says:

    Bruce and Trudy, I have wonderful memories of Martha. We did a lot of crazy things as you, Bruce, well know. Trudy I appreciate what a good daughter you were and grew to know you because of this. I have doctor appointments Tuesday and if I changed them It would be another six weeks. So won’t be there in body but will be there in thoughts and heart feelings. Martha was like a sister to me and will never forget her.

  27. Sue Anderson says:

    So sorry for your loss. Martha will be remembered for always being a part of 4H and other activities in the area. My thoughts are with the family during this time. Keep your memories close.

  28. Greg Morrow says:

    Im sorry To the marti family she was an all around awesome person so many good times in 4-H

  29. Jackie Marti says:

    I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. Keep memories close. You will be missed but not forgotten.

  30. Mark and Jo Ann Hiller says:

    So sorry Brad, Brian, Tyler…. All of your families. It’s terribly hard to lose a mom…. I know nothing can ease your pain right now, but maybe knowing that you are not alone in your grief will help you through. Prayers and love to you all.

  31. Phil & Jean Testerman says:

    We are so sorry for your loss! We always had a few laughs when we were together. She is with her Lord now where she wanted to be.,RIP

  32. Liana says:

    Sorry for your Families loss. We will all mourn the loss, but celebrate her wonderful life. I have so many memories of Martha. (4-H, leaders association and the fair) She gave a lot. She will always be remembered for her smile and her kindness. We will all miss you.

  33. Ann Grotzke says:

    So many fond memories of her while my kids were in 4-H. Condolences to the Marti family. She will be greatly missed.

  34. cecilia towner says:

    will be greatly missed
    I will keep her in my prayers
    God came to take her home
    sorry for your loss

  35. Cheryl Denk says:

    Are prayers and thoughts are with all of u in this loss of your loved one. Tom Pokszyk and family.

  36. Karl Berna says:

    I have many fond memories of Martha. She was like a second Mom. RIP.

  37. Kathy Newsom says:

    sending my condolences to the entire Marti family, I loved Martha like my own mother, she taught me so many wonderful things, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

  38. Carol Tolley says:

    I am sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with the Marti family.
    May you find comfort in all the memories that your heart can hold.

  39. Edward & Lorelei Steiskal says:

    So very sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many.

  40. Theresa, Scott,Elizabeth, Rebecca, and Benjamin Brown says:

    We are so sorry for your loss Martha was always an awesomely strong woman. She has taught me so much. She will be missed by many.

  41. Don and Karen Rathke Hartwig says:

    So sorry for your loss. Sympathy and prayers.

  42. Kathy Golden says:

    Sorry for your loss. I remember Martha from her participation in all the 4-H activities. And of course the Brown Swiss cattle.

  43. Sue Whitson Summerton says:

    So sorry for your loss. When every I thing of the fair she is one of them I know I would always see. She will missed. Our prayers are with your family.

  44. Penny Sellhausen says:

    so sorry for your families loss.

  45. Ginny (Newsom) Batie says:

    I have many fond memories of Martha through the years in Adams county, and pray that her memories, laughter, and love for her family will help you all through this difficult time. Sending prayers ❤️

  46. Terry Herr Brenner says:

    Prayers to you and your family.

  47. Robyn Luethge says:

    Sorry for your loss but it is her gain to be in glory with her Lord and Savior. We will always remember her contagious smile. We enjoyed getting to know her from 1998 until we moved to Green Bay in 2004. Robyn, Em’Lee, Kylah and Kadee Luethge

  48. Debbie sipla ohara says:

    Prayers to the family she was one in a million.she gave so much to help others.she will be missed by so many

  49. Valerie Mecklenburg says:

    So very sorry…Martha was a great woman…

  50. Trish Torres and Family. says:

    Bruce and family. I am so heart broken for you all. Martha will be missed by so many. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. love and hugs to you all. Love Trish (Falkner) Torres and family.

  51. Bernie Soley Roggenbauer says:

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all as mourne her loss but celebrate a life well lived. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time.

  52. Judy Alderman says:

    So sorry for your families loss

  53. Cyndi Craddock says:

    So sorry for your loss! Martha was a really nice lady and did a lot for the community. Love and hugs to the family.

  54. Peg & Loren Lecy says:

    so sorry on your loss. may God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time.