Martha Palmer Obituary

II Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

JOHNSON CITY - Martha Elizabeth Brackins Palmer, 87, Johnson City, passed away at her residence, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, after a lengthy illness.

Martha was a native and a lifelong resident of Johnson City. She was a daughter of the late Samuel and Gladys Murr Brackins.

She was a member of Rich Acres Freewill Baptist Church. Martha enjoyed camping and loved her many pets. She was the most loving mother/person with the biggest caring heart. God bless; we will always remember you.

In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Clonard W. Palmer, and a brother, Kenneth Brackins.

Survivors include her sons, Wesley Allen Palmer (Kim), Michael Howard Palmer; granddaughter, Cloe Elizabeth Palmer; sisters, Viola Toney, Dorothy Chatman, Edna Vance; brothers, Dana Ray Brackins (Janice), Samuel Brackins (Anita); sister-in-law, Fran Deason; special niece, Sherri Palmer; most beloved animal, Daisy Mae; several nieces and nephews.

The graveside service will be held Monday, November 13, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. in Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Site) with Pastor Kenneth Grindstaff, officiating.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 A.M.-12:30 P.M. in the East Parlor of Appalachian Funeral Home.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.appfh.net.

Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave. Johnson City, TN 37601, is honored to serve the Palmer family (928-6111).