Dec 01, 2014
USA Rice extends condolences to the family and friends of Marlin O. "Sonny" Martin, 73, of Bernie, MO, who passed away on November 26.
Martin's leadership roles in the rice industry included service on the Missouri Rice Research and Merchandising Council and the chairmanship of the USA Rice Council from 1994 to 1996.
Survivors include his wife, Alice Martin, three sons, Tim, Mike, and David, and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held on November 29.
Memorials may be made to the Stoddard County Gospel Mission, 207 One Mile Road, Dexter, MO 63841, or the Stoddard County Children's Home Memorial Tribute Fund, P.O. Box 164, Dexter, MO 63841.