Robert E. Martin

Martin, Robert E. Sr., “Big Bob”
Age 64, went home to God on Thursday January 30th, 2014. Bob was preceded in death by his two sons Robert Jr. and Matthew as well as his parents Florence and Alvin Sr. He leaves behind his wife Joan and grandson Robert III. Survived by his brothers and sisters Sylvia (Sam), Mary (Darryl), Bonnie Martin, Diane (Robert), Debra (Michael), Alvin (Margaret), David (Kathy), Cindy, Terry, and Scott. Also survived by Joan’s numerous siblings, in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Big Bob died after a short battle with cancer. The illness did not take away his quick wit or the twinkle in his eye when he was teasing you or telling you a tale. Bob was proud of his time working at Sorgel/Square D from 1969 through 1994. He worked his way up from a welder to a final inspection/tester. Bob loved hunting and fishing with his sons Bobby and Matt as well as his grandson Bobby III. He loved sharing his time with lots of family and friends throughout his adult life. His wife Joanie said, “He wore his heart on his sleeve.” You could always count on Bob and Joanie for a meal and a story, or for help in an emergency. Bob kept his promise to his son that he would help raise and keep an eye on his much loved grandson, Robert III. Special thanks goes out to Doctor Raymond Moy and his staff Debbie, Kathy and Barb, Father James Lobacz, Linda and Larry Steininger. and dear friends Grandma Rose and Aunty Pam (especially for their wonderful Sunday dinners), my sister Theresa and brother-in-law Phil, and our very good friend Zack.
A letter to my love, my Big Bob, My best friend, my lover, my husband, he was a Dad, Grampie, Brother. He would give you his shirt off his back if you needed it. He gave everyone the benefit of the doubt. I’m going to miss everything about you, your laugh, the scapular you wore, the symbol of your faith, your tears. We did everything together. We were not only husband and wife we were the very best of friends. Many men are strong, but very few have been able to mix the right amount of strength with a great amount of gentleness. When you mix it just right you got “Big Bob”. He had a big heart, big hands and a big mouth, but with all of that you got a great person, great Dad, good listener, loving husband, a fine brother and outstanding friend. And most of all Bob, you were my best friend, my lover, my protector, my good provider, and my comfort zone. I will miss you forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers. A Memorial Mass to take place at a later date.