Barbara “Barb” Anne Martin, 89, of Osage Beach, Missouri, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Columbia, surrounded by family and friends. Barb was born on May 21, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Beroy and Mildred Howard, who preceded her in death.

On January 7th, 1956, Barb married her lifelong partner, Lee Martin. Together, they shared 70 years of marriage and raised four children. They loved camping with family and friends, enjoying boating, canoeing, hiking, and swimming along the way. After their children were grown, they joined the Retreads motorcycle group and enjoyed many rides, trips, and events together. After moving to the Lake of the Ozarks, Barb enjoyed gardening, bowling, and participating in bowling tournaments.

Barb spent most of her career in data entry and office management, often working through temporary services so she could be available for her children and their school activities. She completed her career at McDonnell Douglas, retiring in 1990.

Barb was a warm and welcoming person with a beautiful smile and a contagious laugh that could brighten anyone’s day. Above all, she deeply loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Lee; her loving children Cyndy (Kelly), Theresa, Laura (Ray), Lee Jr. (Penny); her grandchildren KC (Rebekah), Krystal (Randy), Will, Sarah (Brian), Nathan, Megan, Justin (Makenzi); Great grandchildren Liam, Kearney, Ryden, Vladimir, Leo, Max, Pepper, Arya, Graysen; Nieces Linda, Deb (Chris) and many loving friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Our Saviors Lighthouse Tuition Assistance Fund. Donations may be left at church the day of the service or mailed to Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home, 15 Clint Ave, Camdenton, MO 65020.

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home.

~ Her body is at rest & her soul is Free ~