Passed away peacefully at his Petaluma residence on April 18, 2013 at the age of 81 years. Devoted husband of Sherry Martin of Petaluma. Loving father of Roy Martin of Petaluma, Lana Gould of CO, and Shane Hathcoate of Petaluma. Dear father-in-law of Gary Gould, Kellye Martin, and Donna Hathcoate. Survived by his 2 brothers; Bobby Gene (Helen) Martin and Buddy (Dot) Martin all of MS. Loving grandfather to Tara Hathcoate of Petaluma and 8 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren in CO, CA, and TN. He will be missed by his loving dog "Bella". Formerly married to the late Shirley Martin.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Promise Center, 791 Lombardi Court, Santa Rosa.