Martha Lee Avery, of Rockford departed this earthly life September 20, 2023. She was born April 6, 1943 in Little Rock, Arkansas the daughter of Annie and Cliffton Hill. Martha lived in Rockford 54 years coming from Chicago. She married Johnny L. Avery,  February 24, 1970 he preceded her in death. Martha was employed as an assembler by Admiral Television 20 years before their closing. She was a member of The Church of The Living God.  She attended schools in Arkansas.

Martha leaves to cherish many loving memories, five daughters, Annie Lundgren, Annette Hill, Susie Hill, Yolanda Stephens and Donna Avery; son, John Hill; 14 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren including special grandson, Antwon Hill; two sisters, Alberta (William) Evans and Ollie (Kenneth) Porter; brothers, Cleveland Scruggs, Aaron (Yvonne) Scruggs, and Alvin (Rosemary) Scruggs; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents; son Maurice Hill; brothers, Jessie Hill and Sherman Scruggs.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 2, 2023 at Greater New Hope Baptist Church 4615 Auburn Street. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave.