Charles Allen “Chuck” Martin, 85, of Little Rock passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He was born on November 11, 1934 in Star City, Arkansas to parents John and Louise Martin.
Charles joined the United States Air Force in 1954 He served during the Korean War in the Air Force Police where he specialized in training dogs. After completing his military service, Charles graduated from business school and began his 30 plus year career as a Brick Mason. He was active in the Bricklayers Union, serving as their Business Agent for over five years.
Charles was also active in coaching Little League Baseball. He also served in many ways as a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. More than anything else, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Charles is preceded in death by his mother and father, brother, Johnny Martin and sisters, Cedell Seymore and Wrenetta Barstow.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of fifty seven years, Marion Wilfong Martin; sons Alan R. Martin and Charles Duane Martin; daughter Melanie Atchley ; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Charles will be greatly missed by all of those who knew and loved him.