GREENFIELD
Thomas Gerald Martin, 85 of Greenfield Indiana passed away Thursday Aug. 29th in his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Nashville TN to the late Thomas Garrett Martin and Mary Alice (Coleman) Martin. Tom attended Tech High School in Indianapolis, then Proudly served in the U.S. Army in Korea, upon his return to Fort Hauchua he furthered his education becoming a machinist at Phelps Dodge mining company in Douglass AZ. He eventually became a Machinist Repairman at RCA, Rand McNally and retiring from Ford Motor Company in 2006.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 20 years, Julie (Wolford) Martin, his daughter Vanessa M. Martin of Greencastle IN, and his 2 Sons Robert L. Martin (Wife Stella) of Tucson AZ and Mark A Martin of Sierra Vista AZ. His 2 Sisters Sandra (Kathy) Buchanan of Fairland IN, and Kathi M Philips (Husband Frank) of Tennessee. His 2 Grandchildren Robert T Martin and Katie M Martin and Great-grand Child Ermias Martin.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Mary Alice, sisters Anna Marie Gerald and Billie Jean Click, niece Susan Click and nephews Jay V Gerald and Jeff Click.
The Family would like to thank Paradigm Hospice Services and staff for their care and compassion, including Pastor Brian who will be providing a service on Oct 19th at 2pm at Tom’s home. Following, will be a celebration of life to gather for one last meal (Cook Out) and celebrate the life he lived. Guests are asked to bring your favorite “Tommy” dish. Please honor Tom by making donations to Wounded Warrior Project, VFW and the American Legion.
