David Michael Martin, 64, born on January 21st, 1953, son of William and Norma (Moran) Martin, passed away in his home surrounded by family on Thursday, November 9th, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Cheryl, daughters Angie (Todd) of Greenfield, Indiana and Shellie of Southport, Indiana, brothers Gary (Modie) of Indianapolis, Indiana, Les (Trina) of Indianapolis, Indiana, Kevin (Michelle) of Greenwood, Indiana, Jim of Indianapolis, Indiana and sister Cindy (Dave) of Mooresville, Indiana. He was a loving uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews and a much loved Pop Pop to his beloved grandsons, Austin and Christopher.
David was a 1971 graduate of Beech Grove High School. He worked for International Harvester/Navistar from 1972 to his retirement on April 1st, 2004. After his retirement he made people happy by delivering flowers for Steve’s Flowers & Gifts. He was a member of the UAW Local 98 and enjoyed boating, camping, NASCAR and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his father William and mother Norma.
Visitation will be from 5-8 PM on Thursday, November 16th at Indiana Funeral Care 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, Indiana 46250.
Additional visitation will be from 10-11 AM on Friday, November 17th at Indiana Funeral Care with a Celebration of Life service beginning at 11 AM. A special committal ceremony will take place at the Chapel at Gravel Lawn Cemetery 9088 West 1025 South, Fortville, Indiana.
Beverly Kepley says
Prayers to the Family. Love you all,
Bev and George
Darin and Joyce says
Love and prayers to you all from Joyce and Darin
Cindy Shepard says
David was a sweet, kind , laid back guy. I have great memories of a lot of good times spent with him, Gary, Mo and the whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with the Martin clan. He will be missed.
Cindy Shepard
Rhonda Ryan says
Cheryl and family. Much love and good wishes to you and your family during this time. We are hopeful your good memories can ease your pain through this time, and that God’s peace and love surrounds you completely and provides you comfort. Rhonda & Marty
Patty Royalty says
I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss. I love you guys and my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Pat Bowyer says
Cheryl, our thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. There are not many words that will ease your pain. Hopefully the ‘fun’ memories will soon come forward and you can begin to enjoy ‘looking’ back. If there is anything we can do now or when you get back—-let us know.
Best wishes, let GOD help.
Pat Bowyer and Lois France
Ron Harris says
Cheryl, you have done so much for the residents at Hoosier Village all these years. We hope you have some relief now and can take a few days to get your life back together. Don’t know how you did it these past months, but you surely did. We continue to be with you in our thoughts and prayers. All the best to you!
Ron and LaVerne Harris
Cheryl Martin & Family says
The family of David Martin would like to express our most sincere gratitude to everyone who walked with us during this journey! Your unconditional love, support, prayers, hard work & compassion have touched us deeply!!! Thank you so very very much! God bless you 💝
Ruth and Maynard Hatch says
Cheryl, you and the family are in our prayers.