Kent Lee Martin

Kent “King Daddy” Lee Martin, 64, of Weatherford passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, June 20, 2020, in Weatherford.

Memorial service: 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 N. Elm Street, in Weatherford. Burial will be private.

Kent was born on September 28, 1955 in Portales, New Mexico. He married Bonnie Ann Thannisch on March 4, 1983. Kent worked for over 33 years as a designer for General Dynamics/Lockheed Martin – a career he was extremely proud of. He enjoyed outdoor activities including fishing, skiing, and was an avid golfer. Additionally, he enjoyed BBQ’s and going to the casino. Most of all, Kent will be remembered for being a ‘gentle man’ who cherished time spent with his family and friends.

Kent is survived by his son, Brian and wife Sommer Martin of Weatherford; his grandchildren, Sierra and Paycen Martin; his brother, Art and his wife Diane Martin; and by his nephew and niece, Forrest and Mindy; and by his best friends, Curt Bosworth and Terry Warren.

In addition to his parents, Kent was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie.