Martha Pollitt

Martha Brown Pollitt, 73, of Flemingsburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Bluegrass Hospice in Lexington. She was the widow of Larry Lee Pollitt.

Born in Maysville on July 18, 1952, she was the daughter of the late William F. and Louise Young Brown. Martha enjoyed a long career in banking, retiring from Peoples Bank after 29 years of service, having previously worked with the Kentucky State Department, CHA Division. A devoted fan of University of Kentucky basketball, she brought laughter and a lively spirit to every gathering. Above all, she cherished her role as great-grandmother, finding her greatest joy in her great-grandson Jacob.

Martha is survived by her grandson, Trenten Pollitt (Brittany); her granddaughter, Taryn (Wesley) Brown; her great-grandson, Jacob Lee Pollitt; and her great-granddaughter, Katelyn Zornes. She is also survived by her sister, Jayne (John) Black of Fort Thomas; along with several nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends, including her special friend group the B’s; and her caregiver, Frances Hamilton.

In addition to her parents and her husband Larry, who passed in 2010 after 37 years of marriage, Martha was preceded in death by her son, William Matthew “Matt” Pollitt in 2015, and her brother, William Y. Brown.