Biography: Kermit Levell Martin, 90, of Little Rock, passed away Monday, October 13, 2008. He was born on June 19, 1918 in Wellington, Texas, son of the late Ray A. and Luella Martin. He was a member of Pulaski Heights Baptist Church where he served as an active deacon for many years. Kermit was the state manager for Modern Woodmen of America Life Insurance Company where he retired in the early 70s after 23 years of service. He raised Angus cattle for many years and was an active member of the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association where he was the top national membership salesman for several years. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. The family would like to thank Briarwood Nursing Facility staff, especially Nikki Taylor, Hayley Huitt, and Carl McKnight for their outstanding care and special attention. Kermit is survived by his wife of 68 years June Ethel Martin of Little Rock, two daughters; Connie Martin Mack of Austin, Texas, Christie Martin Tipton and husband Bill of Little Rock, brother, J.D. Martin and wife Marlene of Ponca City, Oklahoma. Kermit was Papaw to three grandchildren, Stan Martin Scott and wife Wendy of Austin, Texas, William Bradford Tipton and wife Michelle of Pleasanton, Texas, Carie Tipton Rakes and husband Spencer of Southlake, Texas. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Matthew Tyler Tipton and Hunter Bryce Tipton of Pleasanton, Texas, William Spencer Rakes and Ashley Christie Rakes of Southlake, Texas. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and was preceded in death by one grandson, Steven Martin Scott, and one sister, Ina Bowman. There will be a visitation held Thursday, October 16th from 5 to 7pm at Ruebel Funeral Home, followed Friday, October 17th with a graveside services at Pine Crest Cemetery at 10am officiated by Reverend Randy Hyde. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, 4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR 72205.