Martin Anthony Villard, 66, passed away on October 25, 2026. Martin was a resident of Surprise, Arizona. Born on November 23, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of Valarie (Thompson) Campbell and Charles Villard. He was raised by his grandparents, Fletcher and Anna Thompson, in Aitkin, Minnesota.
Over the years, Martin built a life marked by steady integrity and quiet strength. He earned an associate’s degree and went on to work in Information Technology, bringing a dependable, straightforward presence to all he did. He was a man devoted to supporting and uplifting the Members of his local community and whose care for others was shown through consistent, everyday devotion.
Martin was a devoted husband and was extremely proud of his four daughters. He was looking forward to celebrating his 25th year anniversary with Barbara in March 2027, and he was also looking forward to watching his daughter Anna receive her Master’s degree from Arizona State University in December 2026.
In the home, Martin’s love was often expressed in the meals he made. An incredible cook, he had a way of turning ordinary moments into something warmly shared and deeply appreciated.
Martin was preceded in death by his aunt (his namesake) Martina Majors, his mother Valarie Campbell, his cousin Brandon Ellison, and his grandparents Fletcher and Anna Thompson.
Martin is survived by his wife, Barbara Villard, and by his daughters Carlie Easterday Davis, Brittany Michelle Villard-Oliver, Janine Cerise Villard-Cohen, and Anna Villard. He will also be deeply missed by the family’s pet husky “Beast”.
