In loving memory of

Marty Lemaster
February 4, 1953 - October 29, 2019

MARTY LEMASTER
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Martin 'Marty' David Lemaster, 66, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at the Bird House Hospice Home - Iowa City.

Celebration of Life Gathering will be from 9:30 until 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2019, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2019, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Bird House - Hospice Home of Johnson County, or Iowa City Hospice in his name. Online Condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com.


Marty was born on February 4, 1953 in Muscatine, the son of Bill and Patricia Collins Lemaster. He married Carolyn 'Smitty' Smith on November 24, 1973 in Davenport.

He graduated in 1971 from Muscatine High School. He had been a transportation broker for many years, and owned Total Freight Solutions for over a decade with his wife.

Marty enjoyed reading, listening to blues and classic rock music, and loved visiting with family and friends.

Marty is survived by his wife, Carolyn 'Smitty' Lemaster of Muscatine; two daughters, Kerry McBride and husband, Trey, of Rockledge, Florida, and Kate Lemaster of Waterloo; two grandsons, Evan and Colin McBride; siblings, Father Scott Lemaster of Charlotte, and Mary Lemaster of Muscatine, and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Mike; and one sister, Pam Gaeta.

Tributes

Dan and Cathy (Simoni) Eberhart wrote on Nov 4, 2019:

"Carolyn and Family, I do not know what to say - I just found out about Marty's passing but I know that he will truly be missed. I was not only lucky to have worked with him for many years but also to have known him on a personal basis since your marriage in 1973. When I called about a shipment, he was always so kind and very helpful and then he and I would switch gears and talk about you and the girls. He was so proud of you all. I was so thankful that I did get to talk with him for a short time after finding out about his diagnosis. Dan and I remember the 10th Class Reunion that we attended together and how much fun we had. Hold tight to the wonderful memories that you and the girls have; it will help to ease the pain. Please know that Our Loving Thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this sad and difficult time. Love, Dan and Cathy Eberhart"

Lori Ballinger wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"Smitty, I have such fond memories of Marty and you, when I was married to Mike Ballinger come to mind. I am so sorry for your loss. I have nothing but great memories of all the times we spent together. The time goes by so fast. My heart goes out to you and your family. Lori Ballinger"

Krista Regennitter wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts. "

Kristy Morrow wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Marty in person we have talked on the phone for several years and had a lot of wonderful conversations. Marty was a wonderful person and will be missed by many."