Polly Isabella Martin

Polly Isabella Martin, surrounded by her family, went peacefully to her heavenly home on July 10th, 2025, at the age of 91.

Polly was Born on April 16th, 1934, and was the daughter of Thad and Lizzie Frady. Polly is survived by her 7 children: Judy Frizzell, Debbie (Pog) Hennessee, Sandra Beauchemin, Rose (Billy) Noell, Billy (Aimee) Martin, David (Jocabed) Martin, Chris (Ron) Morris. She is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter. She is survived by 1 brother Junior (Sue) Frady. Polly received a degree in Culinary Technology from Southwestern Community College at the age of 64. She loved to crochet and give her beautiful pieces to her family members. She was a member of Little Savannah Baptist Church. One of her greatest joys was teaching Sunday School.

In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to Little Savannah Baptist Church at 2390 Little Savannah Rd. Sylva, NC 28779 or 4 Season Foundation at 211 N Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792. We would like to thank MacKinley for the love and compassionate care she gave to Mom.

A funeral service will be held for Polly on Tuesday July 15, 2025, at 2:00pm at Little Savanah Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00- 2:00 prior to the service. A Graveside service will follow at Stillwell Cemetery.

Appalachian Funeral Services of Sylva is caring for the family during this time.