Jon Robert Martin

Jon Robert Martin, 86, a Marco Island, Florida resident since 1994, formerly of Roselle, IL, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Cape Coral, Florida. He was born July 27, 1939, in Rockford, IL to Vivian and Robert Martin, now deceased.

Jon was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, Marco Island, FL. He was the former owner and president of Martin Funeral Home in Roselle, IL for 29 years.

He is survived by his companion of 13 years Nadine Thorton, two beloved children, Kip Martin and his wife Gwen of Fort Myers, Florida and Mitzi Sanders of Cape Coral; one brother, Roger Martin of Mt. Morris, IL; eight grandchildren, Brittani, Sydney, Elysia and husband Stephen, Clarissa and husband Austin, Alexis and husband Jaen, Cassandra, Blake and Samantha; three great grandchildren, Kasen, Briella and Braxton; as well as a niece, Shawn and a nephew, Chad.

In addition to his parents, Jon was preceded in death by his wife, Dixie Martin in 2012.

There will be no formal services in Florida.

A memorial service will be held in Roselle, IL at a later date, to be determined.

Memorial Contributions in memory of Jon Martin are suggested to Vitas Hospice appreciated.

Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.