David LeRoy Martin Sr., 84 of Fremont met his Lord and Savior Feb. 2, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 2, 1937 to the late James F. and Vera (Peck) Martin. David was a foreman at Northern Ohio Sugar Co., a self-employed contractor, Pastor of Open Door Tabernacle and Minister of the gospel. On April 7, 1955 he married the love of his life, Patricia M. Brown where they raised five children together and she survives.
David enjoyed spending time in God’s Word and sharing the Good News with everyone he met. He ministered at Victory Church where he was a faithful member.
David enjoyed sports of any kind; fishing, golfing, bowling, and watching the Buckeyes, Browns, and Indians. However, his true passion was being around his swimming pool with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of sixty-seven years, Pat Martin, Fremont, OH; children, David (Brenda) Martin Jr., Debbie (Bob) Gardner, Cathy (Rick) Warwick, Mike (Joy) Martin, Amy (Ted) Merrill; siblings, Violet (Larry) Fredrick, Nancy DeLiberto, Gloria (Ray) Eversole, Roxanna (Roy)Twigg, Becky Adams; thirteen grandchildren, many great and great-great grandchildren.
David is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, James Martin Jr., Joyce (Buck) Twigg, Sharon (Tony) Mira, Linda Meyer; brothers-in-law, Carl DeLiberto and Danny Adams; Mother and Father-in-law, Russell and Mildred Brown; brother-in-law, David Brown; sisters-in-law, Lynne (Bob) Harpel, Joan (Jim) Healy and Sandy (Roy) Lehman.
Visitation will be held Friday, Feb.11, 2022, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Victory Church, 2051 Oak Harbor Rd, Fremont, OH.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022 beginning at Noon with an hour of visitation held prior to the service at Victory Church.
Burial will be privately held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s name to Victory Church or Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital.
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Alainna Cornett
I’m so sorry for your guys losses sending prayers for the family and friends.
John Cullen Jr
Senior will be missed by all who knew him. He was always a joy for me to be around, most sincere thoughts and prayers for the entire family at this time.
Jodi
Grief is overshadowed by the deep Truth within… My mind explodes with love and joy, knowing that Pastor Dave is in Heaven surrounded by everything we can only read about in Gods Word. He is there.
Visiting Ohio will not be the same without him here. Dave and Pat have a special place in my heart. There love for eachother is an example of the love of Christ… Faithful, Loyal, Strong, and Enduring.
In Dave’s weakest moments, the Fire of the Holy Spirit was active! His Spirit man was unquenchable. I witnessed it. I’ll never forget it.
Dave is/was a true and faithful disciple.. representing our Father in word and deed.
I’ll think about Dave often. I know all who know him will do the same…. and in a little bit, we will be reunited…. forever and ever around the throne of Jesus, worshipping our Lord and Saviour. OH how I LOVE YOU DAVE!
Anchored in Gods Promise…. “I’ll see you next time”
Jodi
Walt Foreman Jr
What a great man ! I will never forget stringing block n mixing mud for Dave out in Ballville. I was half his age, but could never keep up !!! Always a Teacher of Life, Love and Jesus ! Forever in my heart.
james e chesnutte
What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that Dave was part of my family, every time I would see him he never once turned his head and walked away , he would always ask about my family as if I was one of his kids. Thanks Dave for all the kind words you have given to me, And the the harsh warning about choosing the wrong path in his thought with out sugar, you did have a impact on my life.. Mom says she loved you and will always remember the conversations about the beauty in the silver hair.
Victoria Zartman
Mr (DaD) Martin will be missed! He always treated me as one of his children! What a wonderful person and a beautiful soul! I’ll never forget our times in Tulsa Oklahoma together!
Kim Thompson
What can you say about such a kind and caring person? I know he will be greatly missed, not only by his family but by everyone that was lucky to know him and listen to him. He was an amazing man of faith! He was always smiling and so happy. Peace and comfort to all his family ❤️
Jenni
Such a great loss to the world. Uncle Dave was an awesome man, loved by all! My daddy says he was the hardest working man he’s ever worked with in a roof. I will always cherish the times I got to spend swimming in the pool while in Ohio in the summers. I’m so glad my son got to do the same thing last summer, even just for a little while. I am praying for Aunt Pat and all all the kids broken hearts, a pain I know too well. I know my Mama was there to great him with open arms! ❤️ Rest in the arms of Jesus, Uncle Dave. You will never be forgotten.
Marjeane King
Pat & family,
What a legacy Dave left. He always had a smile. The thing about Dave that I remember he loved God & His word. Take comfort in knowing we will see him again!
God give all of you peace & rest.
Marjeane King
Charlotte Lopez
We are sadden by the news that our Brother in Christ is no longer here to share his Christ walk that he demonstrated so well. Yet we rejoice that he made heaven his home. He will be missed, comfort your hearts we will see him again. Our prayers are with those left behind that hurt. You are in our prayers. Brother David lives behind a Legacy never to be forgotten by many. We love the Martin Family,
Dan and Charlotte Lopez
Denise Brubaker
Our family is so very sorry for your tremendous loss. It is
heartbreaking for the family however we REJOICE with brother David because he is in the constant presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He is a faithful servant of the Lord. Thoughts,prayers, and love, The Bryan Brubaker Family❤️
Lucy Green
My condolences to the whole family. Pastor Dave Martin Sr was an amazing man of God who loved the Lord n his family n anyone he came in contact with. He also happen to marry Terry n I over 30 yrs ago in his front yard. He will be sadly missed. Prayers for comfort during these days to come for his family.
Karen
I am so sorry for your loss..But I rejoice in knowing he is with our Lord and Savior…
I can only imagine..
Karen
Pam Kindle
Sister Pat and family, my prayers are with you as you adjust to this bitter sweet part of life. Rejoice that he is in heaven while missing him in this earthly realm. Holy Spirit comfort.
Barbara L Valdez
Pat and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.
Craig Hiser
So very sorry to hear this Cathy u and your whole family are in my prayers !!! Craig Hiser. I used to work with Cathy years ago
Kim Heid Fenske
I am so sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. My heart goes out to his family. I love you guys
Love,
Kim and Mike Heid.
Ralph Hohenstein
David was a man that you knew had been with Jesus if you were around him for very long. He payed some brick on my home & he was a very hard worker. Heaven has gained a true saint!!!
Jack and Bonnie Pruitt
All the accolades mentioned here don’t compare with what Dave heard when he entered the presence of the Lord. His life touched generations. What a wonderful man, what a wonderful legacy.
Ken & Sharon Haddaway
A truly wonderful man has left this earth and is united with his Lord Jesus Christ. We will have memories tucked in our hearts of his excellent sermons and great sense of humor. He was always kind and loving to everyone he met. He will be missed. Prayers for strength and healing for his dear family.
Kim Kramer
Pat and family,
Thinking of you and your family during this time.
Prayers to you all.
Ken and Karen Clark
Dan and Kim Kramer
Brenda McCoy
To my Aunt Pat and all the family, I am so sorry Uncle Dave left us but so happy and and joyful because I know where he is, where his heart was! We shall see him soon! He is the one who married me to my husband in 2005 and always felt blessed that he did that for us. He shared the gospel with everyone he met, lots of stars in his crown! We shall see you soon dear Uncle, come quickly Lord Jesus!
Sandra Beckley
Dave was an awesome man and well loved by many.He will be missed by many.Pat u have my condolences as well as the rest of the family.love u.
Cindy Bowling
A long time friend of the Bowling family. Heaven just got a little more sweeter. Prayers for all the family, know that you are all loved.
Judy ( Martin ) Magana
I’m so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and the family love you al
Patty Bortel-fishe
So sorry for your loss. Pat you were always,always so nice and kind to me my whole life, I am so sorry for your loss.
Sarah
I’m sorry