Longtime Church of Christ Member Betty Ann Miller Martin Dies at 95

Martin was a lifelong follower of Jesus who was active in churches across the country.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Betty Ann Miller Martin, a longtime member of the Church of Christ who was active in congregations in several states, passed away on February 1, 2026 at the age of 95. Martin was born in Vincennes, Indiana in 1931 and is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, many of whom gathered to celebrate her 95th birthday.

Why it matters

Martin's life and service to her faith community over many decades reflects the important role that churches and religious organizations play in providing community and support, especially for older adults. Her story also highlights the mobility of some families in the modern era, with Martin living in multiple states throughout her life.

The details

Betty Ann Miller Martin was born on January 5, 1931 in Vincennes, Indiana to Jesse Earl Miller and Mary Leone White. She was a longtime member of the Church of Christ, attending congregations in Vincennes, Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, New York, Terrell, Texas, Little Rock, Arkansas, and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Martin retired from working in the office of Lincoln High School in Vincennes and later worked in the Dean's Office in the School of Nursing at Harding University and as a secretary for a church in Little Rock.

  • Betty Ann Miller Martin was born on January 5, 1931.
  • Martin passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at the age of 95.
  • Martin's 95th birthday celebration took place shortly before her passing.

The players

Betty Ann Miller Martin

A longtime member of the Church of Christ who was active in congregations in several states over the course of her life.

Jesse Earl Miller

Betty Ann Miller Martin's father.

Mary Leone White

Betty Ann Miller Martin's mother.

Melinda (Mindy Martin) Peck

One of Betty Ann Miller Martin's children.

James R Martin

One of Betty Ann Miller Martin's children.

Thomas C Martin

One of Betty Ann Miller Martin's children.

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What’s next

A Celebration Service & Burial will be held in Vincennes, Indiana in the future.

The takeaway

Betty Ann Miller Martin's life and service to her faith community over many decades reflects the important role that churches and religious organizations play in providing community and support, especially for older adults. Her story also highlights the mobility of some families in the modern era, with Martin living in multiple states throughout her life.