Obituary

Martha Louise Hunt Young

June 28, 1944 - May 20, 2025

With humble hearts and unwavering faith in God's promises, we celebrate the life and homegoing of Martha Louise Seal Hunt Young who peacefully entered eternal rest on May 20, 2025. Martha was born June 28, 1944 and was a lifelong resident of Washington Parish. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and faithful servant of the Lord. Her life was a beautiful reflection of God's love. She walked in grace, spoke with wisdom, and gave selflessly, always putting others before herself. 

A gifted florist and businesswoman she brought joy and beauty into the lives of many. She served faithfully at Ben's Ford Baptist Church for many years, where she was known for her warm smile, kind heart, and tireless devotion to ministry. Whether singing praises, praying for others, or greeting everyone, she lived her life as a true disciple of Christ. She leaves behind a legacy of love and faith that will live in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all who knew her. Though her presence will be deeply missed, we rejoice in knowing she is now resting in the arms of her Savior, where there is no more pain, only perfect peace.

She is preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Evon Seals, stepchildren Edward Earl Hunt, Mary Cobbett, and Patricia Dial. Brothers Travis (Joy) Seals, David Seals, and Casey Seals and sister Elaine (Johnny) Passman. Husband Earl Hunt for 27 years until his death. Husband Wayne Young for 18 years.  

She is survived by her children Chearl Calmes, Sara (Mike) Cummins, Jeff (Sheree) Simmons, Willie (Stephanie) Hunt, and stepchildren Jerry (Beth) Hunt and Margaret (Jim) Sperandio. Sisters Barbara (Tommy) Hall, Audrey Barber, Kathleen Passman, and Cindy Lacroix. Caregiver Cherry Stanhope and sister-in-law Marilyn Seals. She is deeply missed by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

A homegoing celebration was held at Ben's Ford Baptist Church (58521 Highway 439, Bogalusa, LA 70427) on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Brother Lynn Martin and Pastor Caleb Martin officiated the service. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends and had visitation from 9:00 am until services at 2:00 pm, Monday at the church. 

Pallbearers will be Micah Simmons, Lance McMillan, David Dial, Samuel Dial, Ethan Vernon, and Dusty Milton. Honorary pallbearers: Levi Vernon and Jeffery McMillan. 

Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home and Crematory in Bogalusa, Louisiana were in charge of arrangements.