Martha Neal

Martha Neal was born on June 19, 1964, in Dayton, Ohio, to Bobby Wallace and Ruby Shepherd. She was baptized at an early age at Valley Peace Baptist Church. Martha, affectionately known as "Punkin," was a vibrant, unforgettable presence whose infectious energy lit up every room she entered. A natural leader with a strong, determined personality, she was the life of the party and loved being surrounded by family and friends.

Martha enjoyed playing cards, dominoes, and shooting dice. Whether enjoying music or spending time with loved ones, she found joy in the simplest moments. Her warm smile, generous spirit, and sense of humor left an impact on everyone she met. While she was a true people person, her fiery side was well-known—when you crossed her, you were sure to experience the full force of "Punkin”, and hope you lived to tell the story!

On Saturday, January 3, 2025, Martha passed away at Ohio State East Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Wallace; her mother, Ruby Shepherd; and her beloved grandchildren, Aaron Sanders, Antonio Woods, and Quina Williams.

Martha leaves to cherish her memory her four devoted daughters: Vita (Stephone, Sr.), Lavet (Michael, Sr.), Princess (Rufus, Sr.), and Lakisha (Ronald, Sr.); her grandchildren: Iesha, Miracle, Michelle, Nyla, Alex, Michael Jr., Rufus Jr., Mykasia, Australia, Nycole, Alesha, Ronald Jr., Liam, and Stephone Jr.. Great-grandchildren: Au ’Brey, Gerard III, Nasir, Kingston, Prince, Willow, Mi ‘Angel, and Harmyni; her sisters: Anita, Denise and her brother: Tony. Her Step-father: Arthur Shepherd; and her grandfather: Bobby Williams. Her children's father, Prince Williams; her favorite cousins, Mary and Vala and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends who will deeply miss her.

Martha’s legacy of love, laughter, and resilience will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

We will be celebrating the life of Martha on Sunday, January 19th ,2025. From 2-6 pm at Majesty Hall, 5511 Salem Ave. Trotwood Ohio, 45426.