Martin F. Pierce, 86, of St. Jacob, IL, born December 10, 1939, in Hornersville, IL and he passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Martin Pierce is leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories. Martin was a devoted husband to his wife Marguerite Pierce of 58 years who preceded him in death seven years ago, Their years together were a testament to a lifetime of love, commitment, and family.

He was a proud father of three sons, a loving grandfather to seven grandchildren, and a cherished great-grandfather to eight great-grandchildren. His love will continue to live on Throughout many generations he helped shape.

Though he will be deeply missed, the memories he created, the lessons he shared, and the love he gave will remain in the hearts of his family and all who knew him. His life was a blessing to those who loved him, and his memory will forever be treasured.

He is reunited with his beloved wife who he looked for every day after her passing. His family takes comfort in knowing that the two of them are once again reunited. He will be forever loved, forever missed, and never forgotten.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marguerite A. (nee Love) Pierce whom he married in 1961, and she passed away on May 16, 2019; his parents, William E. and Mary Ellen (nee Dowdy) Pierce; his brother, Edwin J. Pierce and his sister, Patricia A. Pierce.

Surviving are his children, Kevin W. (Jennifer) Pierce Sr. of Pacific, MO, William (Annette) Pierce of St. Jacob, IL and Robert D. Pierce of Collinsville, IL; grandchildren, Aaron Hawkins, Katelyn (Almedin) Muratovic, Allison Pierce, Joshua Pierce, Kevin (Casey) Pierce Jr., Krystal Pierce, Heather Pierce and Anthony Haines; great-grandchildren, Connor Hawkins, Elena, Elizabeth and Evelyn Malaga, Brodey and Braden Pierce, Antoinette Nguyen and Jasper Cannon; nieces, nephews, Cousins and many dear friends.

Memorials may be made to Keystone Cemetery, PO Box 275, St. Jacob, IL 62281. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.Richesonfh.com

Friends may call 11 am to 1 pm on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Aebischer-Richeson Funeral Home, St. Jacob, IL.

Funeral services will be held 1 pm on Tuesday, November 3, at Aebischer-Richeson Funeral Home, St. Jacob, IL,. Interment will be in Keystone Cemetery, St. Jacob, IL