James Martens

James Martens of Columbus died Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Bryan-LGH West in Lincoln.

Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 am Tuesday, February 28 at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church. Visitation is on Monday from 5-7 pm with a 7:00 pm Vigil service to follow, all at McKown Funeral Home. Visitation continues on Tuesday from 9-10 am at St. Bonaventure Church.  Interment is in All Saints Cemetery

James "Jimmy" Martens was born May 1, 1955 in Columbus to Harold and Lucy (Nansel) Martens. He grew up in Genoa and graduated from Genoa High School. Jim married Sally Paprocki on December 20, 1991. Jim was a truck driver for his entire life.

Jim enjoyed shooting pool, hunting, fishing, playing cards, and spending time with friends and family.

Jim is survived by:
Wife Sally Martens of Columbus
Son Tyler (Kara) Martens of Columbus
Sister Janet Bivens of Columbus
Brother Joe Martens of Cave City, AR
Sister Lori McIntosh of Silver Creek
Sister Sheri Taylor of Grand Island
Brother Larry Martens of Grand Island
Brother Ron Martens of Hot Springs, AR
Many Nieces and Nephews

He is preceded in death by:
Parents Harold and Lucy Martens
Parents -in-law Edwin and Loretta (Koziol) Paprocki
Brother Phil Martens
Brother Rick Martens
Brother-in-Law James McIntosh