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Thomas Edward Martin, 84, residing in Sandusky, passed away Monday afternoon, April 6, 2015 at Stein Hospice Care Center after a lengthy illness.
Thomas was born on May 9, 1930 in Cleveland, OH to the late William and Helen (Henderson) Martin.
Thomas graduated from Brush High School. He was a Veteran of the Army who proudly served during the Korean War. He was an engineer technician at Bailey Control Company before retiring after 37 years of service. Thomas was a member of the First Faith Community Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking; he had accomplished building two homes and boats.
Thomas is survived by his granddaughter, Amber Kooser of Toledo, OH and special friend of 14 years, Ann Collings of Sandusky and numerous other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Thomas is preceded in death by his wife, Corky (VanHorn) Martin; son, Richard Martin; daughter, Bonnie Kooser; brothers, Robert and William Martin and sisters, Doris Gordon and Marilyn Allenby.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 11:00 am at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky with Pastor John Apple presiding. Burial will take place at a later date in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights, OH.
Those wishing to contribute to Thomas's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870 or to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E, Perkins Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870.
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