John Leonard Martell, Sr. began his journey to heaven on November 6, 2024. He was born on June 17, 1957 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of 8 children from Maxim and Violet Martell. He resided in Wolf Point, Montana with his children and animals.
In 1978-1981 John met and married Mary Ellen Greyhawk, from this union they had 3 children, John Martell, Jr., Unity Guen Martell and Felicia Martell. In 1982 John met Eunice Longtree and had 12 children, Yovette Martell, Jordan Martell, Trista Martell, Blair Martell, Thomas Martell, Johnna Martell, Mada Martell, Chance Martell, Morgan Martell, Isaiah Martell, Trinity Martell, Semone Martell.
In his life he had various jobs, but most of all master mechanic was most important.
Everyone that had spent time with John knew he was a rebel. He liked playing machines and loved Elvis!
John is survived by his children; John Martell, Jr. of Poplar, Yovette (Harold) Dupree of Wolf Point, Unity Guen of Poplar, Felicia (Dave) Mathison of Poplar, Jordan Martell of Rochester, MN, Trista Martell of Wolf Point, Blair Martell of Wolf Point, Thomas Martell of Wolf Point, Johnna (Chad) Welch of Wolf Point, Mada Martell of Billings, Chance (Jaydyn) Martell of Wolf Point, Morgan (Raylyn), Isaiah Martell of Wolf Point, Semone Martell of Wolf Point, Dante Martell, all of his grandkids he helped raise; siblings, Max Martell of Glendive, Margorie Ivy of Wisconsin, Terri Lone Bear of Lame Deer, Kathy Roundface of Poplar, Vicki Martell of Sidney, Deann Lemay of Poplar, Valerie Martell of Colorado.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Maxim and Violet; 3 sisters Maxine Zimmerman, Marilyn and Mayda Martell and 2 brothers Richard and Jimmy Martell and his son Trinity Martell.
Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Valerie says
My brother, I was so sad and upset to hear of your passing I just can’t stop crying. My mind tells me you are no longer in pain, but my heart doesn’t want to say goodbye, and it’s braking tell mom and dad I love and miss them and Richard and Maxine the same I’ll see you again brother for now I’ll say goodbye till I see you again I love you Valerie
Neal e sam says
back to the hunting grounds with the boys
Joel n Marcella GB says
To all of John’s family and friends..we’re truly sorry to hear of John’s passing! He was always a happy go lucky man..always willing to help you out no matter what..we’ll miss him too! Our heartfelt prayers n hugs are with you all today and every day..take comfort in your precious memories of John…fly high with the Angels dear John..you earned your wings..til we see you again..doksha
Marian Montclair Johnson says
To the Family of John Martell,Sr. May the Lord be with each and every one of you at this time. May He send the Holy Spirit to comfort all who are mourning. He is not suffering where he went and he is probably happy to see your mother, Kay. They were both friends of mine and I know they did their best at keeping the family together. May they both Rest in Peace, we ask this in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.
From Marian (Montclair) & Bruce Johnson & Family
Johnna Martell says
Love you Dad still in a daze can’t beleave your gone 💔 house isn’t the same with you gone live in silence waiting to hear you call for me or Chad Love you Dad
Mada martell says
My pop docks , yu Will be forever missed I love yu ❤️ my heart hurts 💔 my soul hurts I can not believe this is true ima make my way home to yu I cried enough tears to fill the sea I miss yu dad 😔 😭
Amber Lea says
I can’t believe you’re gone uncle John I have the best memories of you when I was growing up when we would come home and visit from Texas I remember when you to sing elvis songs I love you so so much uncle John my god father I’m miss you’re smile and you’re hugs uncle you was the best uncle ever I love you uncle John you will be missed dearly fly high with the angels tell papa and grandma hi for me and uncle Richard and auntie maxine
Stephanie Martell says
i miss you papa ❤️🩹
Chad welch says
Love you dad and just keep hearing those hands clapping and everyone coming to the room Dad wants chad miss you greatly and I’m thankfull you don’t feel pain no more love your son chad
Dreamis Eagle Boy says
🙏🏾’s, Prayers & Our Deepest Condolences to the Families of Cousin John 😇… RIP Cousin ✝️.
Treyia La'shawn Welch says
Just wanted to say John was the coolest dad/Grandpa I’ve ever met Isaiah and Dante introduced me to him and I’ve never met a more cooler guy for his age.weve had few conversations and I’ll never forget the time I was lucky enough to meet u. Fly high John Martell was awesome to know you.ill never forget yu.
Krystle M. Brown says
Guna miss u bunches father in law. i’m glad we got to hang out with each other and best time I had with u is when me n ur boys went and chilled out down by the river and laughed around. My precious moments is when u n doc came to hospital to pick up ur grandson from Glasgow hospital. I’m so glad my son was there to help take care of his papa.. we love and miss you bunches 💖 u will never be forgotten
Barry Buckles says
Me n John, known each other since we were teenagers ,1970s I always recognized him w/ his trademark hat,Always had something good to say R tell me even when I moved back home from Las Vegas after 30yrs.He came to see me,he was just as crazy as me if not more actually,,,I’d tell people “dont pisss him off, he has no fear! Peace B with you john
Semone says
my father your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever”.❤️ I was so grateful to have you in my life you where the greatest father! I miss your humor thank you for giving me the best thing in life your Love,Your time i miss being able to see you smiling,having a great time I will forever cherish all the times we had 😭 ain’t no.way God needed you more then i did 💔I love you so much!