Martin “Marty” James Kitchell

Martin “Marty” James Kitchell, 65, of Round Top, died Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016. Marty was born in Olean, N.Y. on April 14, 1951, the son of James M. Kitchell and Joyce (Strauss) Kitchell. Marty was a self-employed handyman for 20 years. He was a member of the Yoakum Volunteer Fire Department. He is survived by his wife, Wanda; step son, John Barron of Austin; three sisters: Barbara Holmberg and husband, Gene; Cathy Holmberg; and Becky Smouse; and brother, Larry Strauss, all of Jamestown, N.Y. He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Jamey Kitchell. Visitation will be held on Friday, Sept. 16, 2016 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Koenig & Strickland Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com. Koenig & Strickland Funeral Home in La Grange is in charge of arrangements.