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Ann Martin, 70, Columbia, KY (1955-2026)

Ann (Grant) Martin of Columbia died on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. She was 70 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Steve Martin and Dr. S. Ross Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery, with Bro. Richard Martin officiating.

Visitation is requested after 4pmCT on Tuesday.


She was born September 1, 1955, in Adair County. She was preceded in death by her mother, Geraldine Davidson Grant, her father, Herschel Grant and a sister, Linda Kessler.

Ann had a 41 year successful career in the banking industry, starting as a Part-Time Teller at First National Bank and eventually becoming Market President of First & Farmers National Bank, retiring in 2022.

She was a member of Gum Lick Christian Church, currently serving on the Board of Directors of First & Farmers National Bank, a member of the Chamber of Commerce and had served on the Economic Development Authority.

Survivors include:
  • Her husband - Steve Martin of Columbia
  • One daughter and son-in-law - Lori and Matt Smith of Bowling Green
  • One son and daughter-in-law - Dr. S. Ross and Leigh Ann Martin of Edmond, Oklahoma
  • Four grandchildren - Addison, Lucy and Maggie Martin and Wilder Smith
  • One brother - David Grant (Vanessa Flinchum) of Campbellsville
  • One sister and two brothers-in-law - Patsy and Bill Melton of Lexington and Edward Kessler of Columbia
  • Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Ann Martin Endowed Scholarship Fund at Lindsey Willson University or a charity of the donor's choice.

Casket Bearers - Eddie Kessler, Kevin Kessler, Timothy Kessler, Jeremiah Perkins, Nic Genakos, Robert Grasham, Tim Grasham, Drew Burwash, Dr. Ronald Rogers

Honorary - Board of Directors, Past and Present Employees of First & Farmers National Bank

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.grissommartin.com.


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Grissom-Martin Funeral Home
Located one block off the Square at 200 Campbellsville Street in Columbia, KY.
To reach David and Cathy Martin, phone (270)-384-2149, or e-mail: grissomfuneralhome@windstream.net.
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Ann Martin, 70, Columbia, KY (1955-2026)



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