John C. Martin, Sr.

John C. Martin, Sr., age 61, affectionately known as Spook, passed away after a sudden illness on Friday, January 18, 2019 at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center. He was born on July 14, 1957 to Charles and JoAnne (Hartwig) Martin in Luna Pier, Michigan.

Spook worked for many years at Jeep-Chrysler, retiring after 31 years of service. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Tina, who passed away nearly a year ago; a doting father to his four children and was loved by his fourteen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Spook worked tirelessly to provide and care for his family, many summers were spent vacationing and camping with his family. In his spare time he was an avid hunter and fisherman - enjoying the great outdoors. He will be greatly missed by his children and grandchildren but they have comfort in knowing he has been reunited with his wife, their mother, Tina, who he dearly missed.

Left to cherish his orneriness are his children, Jaime Martin, Nickeia "Nicki" Martin (Eric Underwood) and Amber Martin; precious grandchildren and great-granddaughter; mother, JoAnne Martin; siblings, Pam, Sandy, Dave and Annie; mother in law, Jean Leitch; feline friend, Tigger; many nieces and nephews and best friends, Barry Brennan and Tom Smith. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Martin; wife of 45 years, Tina Y. "Toots" Martin and beloved son, John C. Martin, Jr.

The family will receive guests on Sunday, February 3, 2019 from 1-4:00 p.m. at Newcomer - Northwest Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300) with his Memorial Service starting at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Joan Christoffers officiating.

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