Ann Martin, 70, of Columbia, died Saturday, February 21, 2026, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
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.
Funeral service were held Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Martin and Dr. S. Ross Martin officiating. Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery with Bro. Richard Martin officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Ann Martin Endowed Scholarship Fund at Lindsey Wilson University or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Casket bearers were Eddie Kessler, Kevin Kessler, Timothy Kessler, Jeremiah Perkins, Nic Genakos, Robert Grasham, Tim Grasham, Drew Burwash and Dr. Ronald Rogers.
Honorary casket bearers were board of directors, past and present employees of First & Farmers National Bank.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
