(From Clark Funeral Home)Martin Clark DeFoor was born on May 30, 1958, in Hays, Kansas, to John Tommie Sr. and Florain (Rowe) DeFoor. He passed away on November 10, 2026, at the age of 68.
Martin was a longtime resident of Neosho, Missouri, and graduated from Neosho High School in 1976. Following graduation, he attended technical college, where he received training and earned his certification as a mechanic. Throughout the years, he worked at several places, eventually retiring from an airport where he worked as an automotive mechanic.
Martin also proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1977 to 1983. His time in the Marines was one of his greatest accomplishments and something he looked back on with great pride. His years of service remained an important part of his life and a chapter he was especially proud of.
Martin truly enjoyed his work, and being a mechanic was more than just a career for him; it was something he enjoyed even in his free time. He liked to tinker, fix things, and figure out how things worked. Outside of his work, he enjoyed learning about the wonders of space and had an interest in photography. Most of all, he cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren.
Martin is survived by his son, Timothy DeFoor of Evening Shade, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Timmy DeFoor, Gracie DeFoor, Jeremy DeFoor, Bo St. Clair, and Hannah St. Clair; his brother, John Tommie Jr. DeFoor of Carl Junction, Missouri; his sister, Janie Pendergraft of Springfield, Missouri; and his nephews, Mike Pendegraft of Canon City, Colorado, and Jeff Pendegraft of Neosho, Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Florain DeFoor; and his son, Jeremy DeFoor.
A graveside service and Full Military Honors for Martin Clark DeFoor will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at IOOF Cemetery in Neosho, Missouri. Services will be officiated by Truman Brady.
Services are under the personal care and direction of Clark Funeral Homes.
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