CHARLES MARTIN Obituary (2022) - Lexington, MA - Boston Globe

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CHARLES MARTIN Obituary

MARTIN, Charles T. Jr. Of Lexington, August 25, 2022. Beloved husband of Leona W. Martin (Langford). Loving father of Russell C. Martin and his partner, Karla DiNardo of Gardner and Ronald D. Martin of Buffalo Grove, IL. Brother of Charlotte Martin Barksdale of North Carolina. Survived by two nephews, Tobe Barksdale of Bolton and Martin Barksdale of North Carolina. Devoted grandfather to his triplet granddaughters, Spring, Summer, and Autumn.

Funeral from the Douglass Funeral Home, 51 Worthen Rd., LEXINGTON, Friday, September 2, at 9am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Brigid Church, Lexington at 10am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting Hours at the Douglass Funeral Home, 51 Worthen Rd., Lexington, Thursday from 4pm to 7pm.

A U.S. Air Force Veteran and 1957 Graduate of Harvard University, Charlie was an Electrical Engineer at Raytheon. He was a member of many organizations, including the Omega Psi Fraternity, the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, and the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL).

Donations in his memory may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 800 West Cummings Park, Suite 3100, Woburn, MA 01801. Interment Westview Cemetery, Lexington. Lexington

Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2022.
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Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES MARTIN

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"Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." Luke 14:11

This quiet, gentleman was humble about his accomplishments, but in death he is remembered by so many who have come forth to speak so well of him.
We will miss our husband, father, and grandfather, but we thank everyone who has expressed appreciation for Charlie and sorrow on his passing. We are forever thankful for your kind words of comfort and sympathy. They will go a long way as we attempt to heal from our great loss.

- The family of Charles T. Martin

Leona Martin

Family

September 20, 2022

Dear Leona,
Please accept our sincere condolences.

Edgar & Inez Smith

Friend

September 18, 2022

Dear Leona and family,
We are very sad to learn of your loss. We are so grateful that we got to know and love Charlie. He was truly an extraordinary man and friend. Our prayers are with you at this tough time.
Love,
Frank & Trudy

Frank & Trudy Sauri

Friend

September 10, 2022

Dear Leona and family,

Please know that in this time of sadness, you are not alone. We thank you for sharing Charlie with us over the past years.

Peace and blessings,

Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL)

ABCL

September 8, 2022

Jonathan Suber

September 8, 2022

Dear Leona and family,
Please accept our most heart felt condolences and take comfort as we celebrate his life and legacy. We hold you in our hearts and prayers.

Monique Doherty and John Doherty

September 8, 2022

Charlie exemplified Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift. I was honored to know him. Leona and family please accept my condolences. May he rest in peace.

Bob Wallace
Omega Psi Phi

Bob Wallace

Friend

September 7, 2022

Hi nana Leo I miss you this is summer hope you are well.

Summer

Family

September 6, 2022

Our deepest condolences for you and your family during your loss. Praying that God will comfort your hearts during this difficult time.

Billy & Merion Thompson

Friend

September 2, 2022

Dear Leona and Family, What you and Charlie brought and continue to bring to our community is important. My heart is with you.

Stephanie Hsu

Friend

September 1, 2022

Dear Leona,
My wife and I send our deepest regrets for the loss of your loyal and loving husband.May peace be unto you.

Richard & Cheryl Lawrence

Other

September 1, 2022

Dear Leona & the Martin family accept my condolences for the loss of you loved one.

Christley Harris

August 30, 2022

Dear Leona and family, I see the word LEGACY and know Charlie has left a wonderful legacy for all of us. His character, faith, and values will guide the generations. In sympathy, Shirley

Shirley F. B. Carter

Friend

August 30, 2022

Sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. Our prayers are with Leona, Russell, Ronald and family.
Elmer and Shirley Kountze

Elmer and Shirley Kountze

Friend

August 29, 2022

Leona .... Sorry t hear about your loss. Love, condolences & prayers sent to you & your family.

Love ...

Ann Fisher-Durrah

Other

August 29, 2022

Beverly and John Kirk Smith

August 29, 2022

Thank God for His productive life!

John Edwards of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.

Other

August 29, 2022

I am so sorry to see this news. I knew Charlie through my former Rawlins in-laws--he was sweet and generous, smiling and ageless. My prayers are with Leona and all the family. Please take comfort in one another as you share your memories of Charlie.

Kit Rawlins

Other

August 29, 2022

Bro. Martin was a " Brother´ s Brother ", loyal to Omega , always available at Chapter and District events and always responding with thoughtful solutions whatever the situation. He will be missed !

Bro. Richard Taylor

August 28, 2022

Please accept our condolences.

Toby Barksdale and Naomi Munggai

Family

August 28, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Phil and shelley harris

Family

August 28, 2022

Phillip and Shelley harris

August 28, 2022

Requiescat in Pacem meus amicus.

Dick George 101st Airborne Division

August 28, 2022

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Memorial Events
for CHARLES MARTIN

Sep

1

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Douglass Funeral Home - Lexington

51 Worthen Road, Lexington, MA 02421

Sep

2

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Douglass Funeral Home - Lexington

51 Worthen Road, Lexington, MA 02421

Sep

2

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Brigid Church

Lexington, MA

Funeral services provided by:

Douglass Funeral Home - Lexington

51 Worthen Road, Lexington, MA 02421

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