Marty Scott Martindale

Marty Scott Martindale obituary, Medaryville, IN

Marty Scott Martindale

Marty Martindale Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary - Winamac on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Marty Scott "Sparky" Martindale, 61, of Monticello, IN passed away from natural causes on Monday, July 14, 2025. He was born on April 1, 1964 in Winamac, IN to Wilbur Scott "Marty" and Yavonna Joyce [Long] Martindale. Marty grew up in Star City, IN and a young boy, he made fond memories playing on the Tigers for Star City Little League. After graduating from Winamac High School in 1982, he attended IUPUI and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from Purdue University. As a mechanical engineer, he traveled the world troubleshooting problems for Variotech based out of Lafayette, IN.
Marty was raised in the Star City Church of Christ and most recently attended Refuge Worship Center in Logansport, IN. He had a generous heart and made numerous anonymous contributions to charitable organizations throughout his life. Marty enjoyed water skiing and partying. He loved his yellow and black '73 Chevy Camaro and 80's music.
Marty was a simple man that will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by:
Yavonna Joyce [Long] Martindale, Winamac, IN Mother
Marshall (Shannon) Martindale, Pittsburgh, PA Brother
McKenzie (John) Forest, Winamac, IN Sister
Garrett Martindale, Nephew
Brock Martindale, Nephew
Kennady Martindale, Niece
Presley Martindale, Niece
Many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Wilbur Scott "Marty" Martindale, Father
Visitation will be from 4-8 PM EDT Friday, July 18, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
Graveside Services will be held at 10 AM EDT Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Buck Cemetery in Thornhope, IN with Pastor Dave Somers officiating.
Burial will take place at Buck Cemetery in Thornhope, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Warrior Youth Baseball (formerly Star City Little League).
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
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