Mrs. Alva Mae Jenkins-Martin, age 80, was born on July 23,1946 to the late Bertha Wilson in Sumter, South Carolina. She departed her earthly life on Monday, October 26, 2026 at her home in Dalzell, South Carolina. Mrs. Martin, affectionately known as “MAE”, enjoyed church, shopping, cleaning and spending time with her family and friends. “MAE” received her education in the public school system of Sumter, South Carolina. She worked several years for The American Red Cross, where she retired. She also had a passion for cleaning. She started her own business of housekeeping and had many clients that became dear to her heart. “MAE” was a faithful and dedicated member of Joshua Missionary Baptist Church, where she served on the choir, the Women’s Ministry and was a member of the Tribe of Judah, Twelve Tribes of Israel Mutual and served as the Tribe Leader. Mrs. Mae leaves to cherish her memories and legacy: three sons, Johnny (Thelma) Martin of Columbia, SC, Leroy Martin (Olivia Wright) of Portland, Maine, and Greg Martin of the home; two brothers, James Arthur (Louise) Jenkins and James H. (Jenette) Jenkins of Sumter, SC;
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