Loye Harris Marteney's Obituary
Loye Harris Marteney was born on April 26th, 1943 to Mary M. Marteney and David B.
Marteney in Fairview, West Virginia. Loye graduated from Fairview High School in 1961. He
was quoted as “being a quiet boy. Always shy and very coy.” Loye enlisted in the United States
Army in 1963, and served our country for three years. He moved to Florida in the early 70’s.
Always a man of great faith, Loye was active in the congregation, and a proud founding member
of the Southwest Church of Christ, Lakeland, Florida.
Loye had a successful career at Watson Clinic in Lakeland, Florida and retired after 22 years in
September, 2014.
While employed with Watson Clinic he met his wife Suzy, and they married January, 2015. He
had two step daughters; Amber & Tommy Ruff, and Jessica Spath. He also had two step
grandchildren; Lucas and Sophia.
Loye was one of ten children. He was predeceased by: Eileen (Donald) Harris, Gary (Survived by
Karen), Virgil, and an infant brother. Loye is survived by four brothers and three sisters-in-law;
Troy & Diane, David & Sue, John & Linda, and Bob; one sister; Mary (Pat) Stout; and many
nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to any of the following causes and
organizations, in Loye’s name, or any other charity of your choosing:
Boys Town - www.boystown.org
Lewy Body Dementia Association - www.LBDA.org
Paralyzed Veterans of America - www.supportveterans.org
Vitas Hospice - www.vitascommunityconnection.or
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