Kathryn (Kathy) Martin, 74, passed away on October 24, 2024. Kathy was born on July 12th, 1950.
She leaves behind a family who cherished her deeply: her beloved daughter, Robyn (Green) Hamilton (Jamie), and her grandchildren Kathryn (Hamilton) Davis (Jordan), Kerri Hamilton, Kolton Jones and Caroline Jones. Kathy will also be missed by her sister, Susan Toler (Charlie), and niece Jordan Toler.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fletcher and Mary Atwood Taylor, sister Linda Taylor, her husband Lance Martin, and her daughter Angela Jones.
Kathy dedicated her life to caring for others, serving as a nurse and later as Vice President of Nursing at Baptist Health. Her compassion and commitment touched countless lives, both within her family and the larger community. She was known for her strength, generosity, and unwavering love for those closest to her. Kathy’s family and friends will hold her memory close, honoring her legacy of kindness and service.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 12:00pm in the chapel at A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville, Arkansas. The family invites loved ones to join them in celebrating her life and sharing in the love she showed to all.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to her granddaughter in the foreign mission field to Summit Church in Vilonia c/o Caroline Jones.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
28 Comments
RIP, you were an exceptional person and leader. You will be mourned by all those who had the priviledge of meeting you!
Kathy was truly one of the nicest people I have ever known. I met her when I went to work at Baptist Little Rock in late 1980’s. Later, she moved to Memorial (Baptist) North Little Rock. I too, would relocate to North Little Rock. I would tell her I was following her.
My sincere sympathy to the family and friends. My prayers are with all who were fortunate enough to know Kathy.
She was such a kind and sweet person, I was fortunate to have worked under her. May she rest in peace
I’m so thankful to have worked for her. She will be missed.
She was a gift to all of us..
Robyn- We hold you and your family close in our thoughts . We are deeply sorry for the loss of your mother.
Kathy was a wonderful nurse and friend. She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. My condolences to Robyn and Susan and all family and friends.
So very sorry for your loss. She was a great nurse and a great leader. She will be missed.
Such a kind and gracious individual one of the first persons I worked with in the Baptist system. Susan, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Prayers for the family and friends. Kathy was a very caring and compassionate nurse. Had the joy of working with her at Baptist Mrmorisl NLR.
A wonderful and sweet lady! Enjoyed the years of working with her.
Kathy was one of the best. She was always good to me from the first day I started at Baptist Health. Rest in peace kathy! You are so loved by many.
Such a caring person ,she would come and help us in CCU to transfer a patient to the floor even though she was the VP .
What I admired most about Kathy is that she stood up for what was right. She will be missed.
Kathy was always so kind. One of the best nurses I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. She dedicated her life to caring for others and left a huge impact on many lives. She will be missed.
Our prayers continue for her family.
It deeply saddens me knowing she no longer graces this earth. Kathy was a breath of fresh air every place she walked. The world is less bright now that she is gone. Knowing you was a priviledge.
You will truly be missed. It was an honor to work with you. Sending prayers to your family
Kathy was kind and such a wonder as a nurse leader. She worked from ground level and up to administration being a wiz at numbers. She was a family mom loving each and so very proud of her kids. It was a privilege having worked with her 40ish years. Rest in Peace & Love ❤️ Kathy
Kathy was a wonderful and kind woman and leader. It was a honor to have worked under her. Prayers to the family
I cherish the times I had with Kathy. They were small moments that made a large impact in my life. We grew up in church together. She stayed with me when I had cancer. Then later in life I worked for her. She had a kind, gentle spirit with a smile upon her face when engaging with others. I will see her again in heaven and that gives me joy.
I moved to Arkansas from Louisiana and started working for Baptist early 1999 at Memorial, then transitioned to Baptist Springhill later the same year in November.It was an honor working for Kathy, where she served as Vice President of Nursing. Kathy treated all with the utmost respect, no matter what capacity they served in.That smile will truly be missed. Rest in Paradise🪽🪽
Robyn & Family, holding you all close in prayer for God’s comfort and peace to fill your hearts, and may His grace sustain you in all the days ahead. One of my sweet blessings volunteering at BH was meeting you, your mom, & Angela. My love & prayers, Carnell
Robyn & Family, holding you all close in prayer for God’s comfort and peace to fill your hearts, and may His grace sustain you in all the days ahead. One of my sweet blessings volunteering at BH was meeting you, your mom, & Angela. My love & prayers, Carnell
I know the love Susan Toler had for her sister. Kathy was a gem. I’m so sorry for your loss.
I knew Kathy for 17 years while working at BHMC-NLR. She had a beautiful smile and was a wonderful nurse. She was VP of nursing and was fair with all staff. I’ve been away from Ark for 7 years now but remember her well. May she Rest in Peace.
Kathy always had a smile on her face every time I saw her around the hospital. Robyn, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy and I were childhood friends. She was such a sweet girl and a great friend when we were growing up. I am so sorry to read this.
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