Michael Benton Martin

August 4, 1955 - December 25, 2020

Michael Benton Martin, 65, of Overland Park, KS passed away December 25, 2020. He was born in Kansas City, Mo on August 4, 1955, the son of Burley Benton and Catherine Busch Martin. He is preceded in death by both parents; grandparents Harry A. and Odette Buel Busch and Harry Benton and Edith Mallory Martin and dog Pugsley. Survived by sister Patricia Rae Martin. Mike retired as special education teacher, Wyandotte High School, KCK, after 30+ year career. Bachelor’s degree from KSU, Master’s from ESU. Also taught at all KCK high schools and Turner, his alma mater. The service (virtual) will be held Saturday, January 30 at 1:00 at https://vimeo.com/502365497. Recorded version at same link. Memorials to the ACLU or St. Mark’s United Methodist Church on the Santa Fe Trail.