Martha V. Marriott, 99, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on August 3rd, 2026. Martha was born to the late Homer and Nancy (Rutan) Catron in St. Joseph, Missouri on December 20th, 1926. She was one of 10 children of Homer and Nancy.

Martha was united in marriage to Carl H. Marriott on March 4th, 1949 in St. Joseph, the couple remained in St. Joseph, where they raised their family. The couple welcomed two sons, Steven and Keith. The couple celebrated 57 years of marriage, until Carl's passing in 2006.

Martha stayed active in her faith and with her family. Canning, cooking, gardening, homemaking, and camping were some of her favorite hobbies. Martha was an active member of the Christian Women's Club and most recently attended Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church.

Preceding Martha in death are her parents, husband, and 8 siblings. Survivors include her sons, Steven (Maggie) Marriott and Keith (Jeanette) Marriott, brother, Roger Catron, 8 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the Gower Convalescent Care Center and Luminos Hospice for the dedication and care given to Martha.

Memorials may be directed to Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church in Loving Memory of Martha V. Marriott.

Funeral services for Martha will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 7th, 2026 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Chapel in St. Joseph officiated by Pastor, Paul Damery, A visitation will be held one hour prior (9:00-10:00 AM). Interment to follow the services at Memorial Park Cemetery.