Eugene E. Martens

Eugene E. Martens, age 87, of Toledo, passed away October 28, 2016 at Goerlich Center, Sylvania. Eugene was born September 7, 1929 in Toledo to Ervin and Mildred (Mephafin) Martens. A US Army Veteran, Eugene proudly served his country during the Korean War. He was a truck driver for over 25 years working for Duff Trucking and Anderson Roadway retiring in 1970. An avid golfer, playing in the golf league for the Commodore Club, better know as the "Grumpy Old Men". A member of the Polish National Alliance Club, he managed the PNA Hall for a number of years. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 60 years, Barbara (Shields) Martens; children, Michael (Johnene) Martens; Laura (Mike) Dukeman; Gary (Cyndi) Martens; Lynda (John) Kehres; Rick (Jill) Martens; many grandchildren; great grandchildren; nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Craig Martens; daughter, Karen Allen and sister, Peggy Santus.

The family will receive guests Friday, November 4, 2016 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home - NW Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300). A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 pm Friday evening. Burial will be private.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the family of Eugene.

The family wishes to thank the staff of the Goerlich Center and Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their care and comfort offered to Eugene and his family.