Marty K. Waddell, age 67, of Raritan, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab in Stronghurst. He was born August 13, 1959 in Burlington, IA, the son of Hershell and Carolyn Harden Waddell.

Marty was a 1977 graduate of Southern High School in Stronghurst, and later graduated with an associate degree from Southeastern Community College in West Burlington. He was most recently employed as a machinist for BNSF railroad. Earlier in life, he worked at Delzell Motors, Schmitz Body Shop, and Aldi Bakery. During is high school years, he worked part time at Davison Motor Sales.

Marty was talented and innovative car enthusiast. He was well known nationally in Dodge-Mopar organizations for his custom restorations. He even had several of his cars appear in automobile magazines. He was also a dog lover, having rescued many of his pets.

Survivors include one sister, Nanette (David) House of West Burlington, IA, one brother, Monty (Sally) Waddell of Stronghurst, IL, four nieces and nephews, Brandon (Lori) Bell, Blake (Julia) Bell, Kerri (Phil) Hart, and Kim (Kyle Welborn) Waddell, six great nieces and nephews, Eli Bell, Gracie Bell, Annie Hart, Claire Hart, Nora Welborn, Audrey Welborn, and a special friend, Kathy Johnson of Burlington, Ia. He was preceded in death by his parents.

As per his wishes, no services will be held at this time. Cremation rites are being accorded and his ashes will be interred on his family’s plot in Raritan Cemetery. Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Stronghurst is assisting the family. Please visit Marty’s obituary at banksandbeals.com to leave an online condolence.