Born in Lynchburg, June 27, 1935, he was the son of the late Wesley Woodson Martin and Ruth Layne Martin. He was a retired self-employed concrete finisher. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of the Moose Lodge 1727 and the American Legion Post 16.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruby Burks Martin; one daughter, Ronda Faye Martin; and two sisters, Blanche Duncan and Ruth Hall.
He is survived by his sister, Jean Lloyd Evans; two stepsons, Wesley Breeden and Ray Wright; two stepdaughters, Sharon Campbell and Tammy Martin; five step grandchildren; his former wife and dear friend, Joanne Martin; and a longtime, devoted friend, Mike Brooks.
A graveside service will be conducted 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2013, at Fort Hill Memorial Park with military honors by the American Legion Post 16.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the American Cancer Society .
