Shellie Leigh Martin
Shellie Leigh Martin was called to the Lord after a brief journey with cancer on September 21, 2018. She was 46 years old. She was born in Houston, TX on February 18, 1972 to John and Carol Richardson. She graduated from Dobie High school in 1990, and completed her BA in Education with a minor in Art from the University of Houston in 1996.
Shellie was a kindergarten and first grade teacher at Mae Smythe Elementary for 22 years and had a tremendous influence on the children and families she taught. Her mix of discipline, love, and encouragement helped to mold numerous children that often came to visit her after graduation from college and beyond. She loved to not only teach children but encouraged parents and grandparents to take an active role in their child’s education in and out of the class. She mentored many young teachers and was always thinking of ways to give her babies the skills to be successful in life. Her love for education and the teachers she worked with was her passion even when she was out of the classroom.
Shellie lived a life of love and laughter with her husband and “Prince Charming” of 18 years Paul Martin. They enjoyed traveling, family, and training their German Shepherd, Nala, in the sport of Shutzhund.
Shellie leaves behind her husband Paul Martin, her parents John and Carol Richardson, brother Kenny Richardson and nieces Megan and Morgan Richardson, sister Shawn Leslie and her husband Craig Leslie, and her nephews Jake and Josh Leslie, and sister in law Katherine Martin and her husband Chad Hope. She loves her nieces and nephews for making her “Tia”.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 5, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with vigil and rosary officiated by Deacon Bob Rumford to start at 7:00 pm at Crowder Funeral Home 111 E. Medical Center Blvd, Webster, Texas.
A celebration mass of Shellie’s life will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 1:00pm with viewing beforehand at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 15500 El Camino Real, Houston, Texas 77062, officiated by Father Bob Barras.
Shellie with be laid to rest at Miller Creek Cemetery in Johnson City, TX.
Will miss this beautiful spirit and will think of her often. Hugs and strength to you, Paul. The angels are singing.
My condolences to Mr. Martin, and her family. Mrs. Martin was a beautiful, loving and very giving person. We will truly miss her, she was always cheerful and would light up a room no matter what. She is free like a butterfly, and no more pain. We love you Mrs.. Martin, you will be missed and will never be forgotten. 🙏🙏🦋🦋😘😘
Love this girl! God bless her family.
I used to teach kindergarten with Shellie Martin and she was a beautiful woman and a wonderful friend. We shared to many crazy moments together. I will miss her so much. Paul Martin I am so sorry for your loss.
Y’all were such a special family to me! My team loved y’all! I can hardly type this as the tears fill my eyes. My heart breaks for y’all. Stay strong and cling tight to the wonderful memories you had together! Big tight hugs!
Mrs.Martin was a wonderful teacher and friend. She was a joy to work with and always had a welcoming smile on her face. She will be missed at Mae Smythe Elementary.
I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. A scripture that has brought me comfort at times of loss is Isa. 41:10. There God implores us to not be anxious because he is with us and lovingly assure us “I will really hold on to you with my right hand.” May the God of all comfort be with you at this difficult time. ( 2 Cor. 1:3,4 )
My condolences to Ms. Martin’s family my heart aches for the loss of a wonderful being that was Ms. Martin. Grateful to her for teaching my son Ricardo last year in his first grade to have that love and always telling me positive things about Ricardo. Every time I will go to the school to have lunch with my kids or for a special Event for sure there was my hug from her to me and always letting Ricardo to stay with me to finish lunch with my other Kids sweet teacher. she always embraced Ricardo with love. It really touch my heart knowing that she won’t be there anymore😢😢you will be miss.R.I.P.
We offer our deepest sympathies, our thoughts & prayers. She will be missed.
My daughter and I are so saddened by your passing!! You were an amazing teacher to my now sophomore in high school! She remembers you singing to her when no one else could hear you!! You definitely made an impact on her! The last time I spoke to you was at hobby lobby. I’m so sad that I just found out about the arrangements and we can’t attend your funeral. May you fly high with the angels! You were an amazing person and teacher and I’m so thankful you made an impact on my daughter. We will truly miss you Mrs Martin!
Love, Courtlin and Monica McComb