Funeral services will be Saturday January 17, 2026 at 2 PM from the Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home. Place of rest will be in the Worke Family Farm Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Friday January 16th from 4 to 8 PM and on Saturday from 12 PM until time of service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Woman are Safe Inc.
Martha “Marti” Gerber, age 72 of Charlotte, TN passed away Sunday January 11, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James Cleborne and Sue Lewis Worke and was preceded in death by her brother, David Mynatt; her sister, Laura Anderson; her grandson, David Gerber; her best friend, Ida Sue Westerman who she loved spending time with and going places. Marti had worked in Retail. She was a member of the Charlotte Fagan Community Church.
Survivors include her son, Max Gerber (Haley) of Charlotte, TN; daughter, Bonni McCliss (Jeff) of Charlotte, TN; 4 grandchildren, Madelynn Gerber, Julia Gerber, Cody McCliss and Natalie McCliss.
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Sending love, comfort, and peace to your family during this difficult time. Marti was truly lovely—kind, warm, and welcoming in a way that made everyone feel at ease. Her loving spirit and gentle presence will always be remembered. Wishing your family strength and comfort in the many beautiful memories you shared.
With love,
Justin & Kelly Smith
My condolences to your family. I’ll miss our conversations on your porch setting on your tailgate in my driveway on warm spring days laughter with the ladies @ church around the firepit your smile was “is” contagious till we meet again RIP my friend 🪽 💔 🪽
So sorry for your loss. She was a truly great person. Praying for you 🙏