Jim passed away August 06, 2013 at his home in Valdosta, GA. He was employed by the Palm Beach County School Board for 38 years. He began his career as a teacher (Riviera Beach/Suncoast High School) ending his school center career as an assistant principal before moving to the county office. Mr. Martin was the first recipient of the Burt Reynolds Scholarship. Beginning a life time of service to many organizations serving not only his community but his church also. He is survived by his wife "J" of 48 years, Jeane; sons, James A. Martin "JJ", John (Ashlee) and six grandchildren; niece, Julie Martin Barrentine (Rex); nephew, Todd Martin and a host of cousins. A Mass of Special Intentions will be held Wednesday, August 6th at 12:05 PM at St. Anne's Catholic Church, West Palm Beach. You may visit the family immediately after service at the home of a dear friend - directions to house be given at the service.

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Published in The Palm Beach Post from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2014 - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/palmbeachpost/obituary.aspx?n=james-martin-jim&pid=171955549#sthash.n11ZBDiM.dpuf