Clarksdale, Mississippi native, Martha Jane is about to celebrate her 102nd birthday with her Emeritus at Ocala East friends and family.
During her youth, Martha Jane was the baby of the family. Her protective older brothers always made sure to watch over her. They adored her, and she adored them. She loved hanging out with her older brothers. She was often called a "Tomboy." Since she admired her brothers so much, being called a 'Tomboy" was a huge compliment!
Martha Jane loves playing golf and swimming. Before moving to Florida, she she was a member of the senior group at Central Church in Memphis. Also a Memphis resident, her dearest friend is Joanne. She's a loyal friend, devoted wife, daughter and sister. Out of all of the many wonderful ways to describe Martha Jane, Bettye and her sister would describe her as their loving mother, who played piano, made them laugh and who was "always there when we returned from school." [ Read more ]