Jerry E. Martin, 71, of Fort Wayne passed away February 25, 2023 at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN. Jerry was born in Fort Wayne and was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana. He was the Owner of Martin Enterprises for 50 years retiring in 2019. Jerry said his prayers to" The Man Upstairs" everyday and loved his family. Jerry is survived by wife of 49 years Deb Martin, Son, Danny (Melissa) Martin, daughter, Terri (Mick) Martin, grandsons, Brayden Martin, and Logan Martin, brother, Tim Martin, sister, Linda Wiist and his dog Harley. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 am, Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, 7215 St Joe Rd with calling one hour prior. Visitation will be held Monday, March 6, 2023, 2 to 4 pm & 6 to 8 pm, with The Rosary at 5:30 pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery , Fort Wayne. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association or Parkview Hospice.