Dolores Katrina Martin's Obituary
Dolores Katrina Martin, 84, of Tulsa went to be with her eternal Father on June 5, 2017. She is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, Melton Monroe Martin, three children Marilyn Martin and Lee Martin of Tulsa, Melissa Martin-Hill of Edmond, OK and six granddaughters. Katrina was born in Sweetwater, Texas on June 4, 1933 to beloved parents Jim (J.R.) and Treasure Gilmore. She had two brothers, Jimmy and Doug, who preceded her in death. She married Monroe on January 18, 1953. They began their life together in east Texas, and frequently returned to Sweetwater to visit her parents, with whom a piece of her heart always remained. Katrina and her family also lived in Kansas and finally settled in Tulsa in 1973. Katrina was a devoted mother and wife with an infectious laugh. As a faithful member of the Church of Christ, she encouraged her children to know the Lord, and she supported them to explore and achieve success in their personal endeavors. She dedicated herself to creating special memories and experiences for her family. She was an avid reader, enjoyed camping and boating with her family, and traveling to the southwestern United States and Mexico.
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