Overview

• Family and friends gathered in American Fork, Utah, for Martin’s funeral and graveside service.
• His father, Thomas Martin, and mother, Kimberly Martin, delivered emotional eulogies celebrating his kindness, optimism and faith.
• Attendees honored his passion for science fiction by wearing Star Wars–themed attire and affixing stickers to his casket as a score from the films blended with the hymn "If You Could Hie to Kolob."
• In a June 25 Instagram video, Martin announced his death and urged followers to donate to a GoFundMe supporting his wife, Shay Wright, and their infant daughter, AmyLou.
• His five-year cancer battle galvanized a global community, raised awareness of colon cancer symptoms and prompted many followers to seek early screenings.