Andrew J "Docky" Martin Jr.

Andrew J. “Docky” Martin, Jr., was born on August 9, 1940 in Conroe, Texas to Andrew J. “Doc” Martin, Sr., and Wilma Buchanan Martin. Docky passed away at home in Montgomery on Sunday, August 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mattijo Hill, Joyce Price, Billie Sanders and Dee Justiss. Docky is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mary Martin; son, Jeff Martin (Crissy), son, Scott Martin (Jodi);Grandchildren Steven and Jase Martin, Gage, Kinlyn and Kase Mills. Also, surviving is his sister, Tina Padon (Gary); sister-in-law, Patty Justice (Ed); brother-in-law, Clyde Parrish, Jr. (Susan); mother-in-law, Malu Parrish, numerous nephews and nieces. Docky was raised in Montgomery and attended school in Montgomery. He played all sports offered, but he loved being a cowboy above all else. Docky worked construction and at Houston Natural Gas, but his favorite jobs involved working with cattle and horses. He never met a stranger and was a friend to everyone. He loved his family and friends, and would do anything for them. I Know You’ll Miss This Man By Baxter Black The Lord spoke to the heavy hearts that stood with hats in hand Your sadness pains me deeply and I know you’ll miss this man. But, it’s true what you’ve been hearing, Heaven is a real place. That’s no small consolation, You should use that fact to face. The emptiness his parting left that seeps into our bones And draw on it to ease your pain. For he is not alone. You see, all his friends are up here and all his loved ones, too, Cause it wouldn’t be a heaven without each one of you. And heaven for a Cowboy is just what you might expect, It’s horses that need tunin up and heifers that need checked. It’s long rides with a purpose and a code that lights the way And a satisfying reason to get up every day. It’s the ranch he’s always dreamed of and never knew he’d find. And if you think about it, you can see it in your mind. Him, leanin’ in the saddle with his ol’ hat on his head. Contentment set upon his face like blankets on a bed. The leather creaks a little as he shifts there in the seat, The bit chains give a jingle when his pony switches feet, And you somehow get the feelin’ that he’s sittin’ on a throne A gazin out on paradise just like it was his own. I can promise you he’s happy, though I know you can’t pretend You’re glad he made the journey, It’s too hard to comprehend. The earthly way you look at things can never satisfy Your lack of understanding for the answer to the “Why?” So, I offer this small comfort to put your grief to rest, I only take the top hands “cause my crew’s the very best, And I know it might seem selfish to friends and next of kin, But I needed one more Cowboy and “Docky” fit right in.” Visitation will be held on Friday, August 19, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Montgomery, Texas, with funeral services following at 11:00 AM. You may leave written memorials for his family at www.shmfh.com.

Andrew J "Docky" Martin Jr.

August 9, 1940 - August 14, 2022