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Michael Martino Obituary
On Wednesday, November 2, 2005, in Iraq. Loving son of Robert A. and Sybil Martino; brother of Robert M. and Lauri Martino; uncle of Devyn and Sydney Martino. Friends may call on Monday, November 14 at the Walker Chapel United Methodist Church, 4102 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA from 4 p.m. until time of service at 6 p.m. Interment, with full military honors, 10 a.m., Tuesday, November 15 at Arlington National Cemetery. Those wishing to attend, please assemble at Administration Building at 9:30 a.m. Arrangements by MURPHY FUNERAL HOME OF ARLINGTON.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Martino
Sydney Martino
August 20, 2025
Gabe swore into the Marines today. I´ve been dragging him to the gym with me and harassing him to eat to help prepare him. wish you could be here to help guide him, but i know you are in spirit. You´re still on all of our minds everyday. Love and miss you
Sydney Martino
March 25, 2025
Thinking of you extra today. We miss you more than I can put into words. I wish you were here to watch us all grow up. You would have loved Dev´s kids too. Love you so much Uncle Mike, keep watching over us.
sybil martino
January 19, 2023
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and miss you. Love, Mom
Lauri J Nelson
January 18, 2023
Missing you more than ever today as I go through the website dedicated to you and relive all the memories our family has shared with you. I pray that you are watching over us. Love you always.
Layla
November 2, 2022
In the past year, I got to learn a lot more about you and even got to watch one of your favorite movies. Everyone still misses you and today is a huge reminder that your gone, but I'm glad you got to do what you wanted to. May you rest in peace uncle Mike. I'm so grateful I get to call you my uncle.
Layla Martino
November 16, 2021
It's been a year since I've looked at this page... but in that time I still remember him I may have no memories of him, Like my dad or my grandparents but I still love him for what he has done for this country! And even though I know he can't see this I hope he knows that Grandma and Grandpa miss you so much and that you're their hero! Auntie Lauri misses you a lot too Devyn and Sydney miss you and wish you could've been around longer, we all love you and miss you! I just wish you could be here right now...
Rest in peace Uncle Mike I will never forget you!
Layla Martino
November 8, 2020
I never knew my uncle but I did hear stories from my family. From what I heard he was a great man. May he rest in peace. I love you uncle Mike.
Lauri Nelson
November 5, 2020
I miss you so much. You were always there to listen when I needed you.
Robert Martino
November 3, 2020
I miss you every day. I miss the years lost that we would have shared as I grow older. I miss the joy of you having a family and having children of your own. All of it is lost forever. Rest in peace son until we meet again.
Alan
November 2, 2020
Here's to you, Major Martino.
Charlie Gili
January 2, 2020
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Michael D. Martino US Marine Major
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Dave and Holly Nermyr
December 25, 2019
Another Christmas under the banner of freedom and we have you to thank. Merry Christmas Mike (Maj. Martino) and the entire Martino family
December 24, 2019
It has been said that To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your love of and dedication to our country. I never met you, Michael, yet I will love you -- always. Shalom, dear one.
David and Holly Nermyr
November 2, 2018
Let us never the sacrifice that Mike made for us as a people and this country. Thank you so very much Mike and the entire Martino family.
Photo Taken HMLA-369 11/4/2005
Robert Martino
July 3, 2017
Today we all celebrate our freedom. It is a great day for America and all of us. Having lost my son who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom I think about all those great men and women before him and after him that have also made that same sacrifice. I think of all those young men that landed at places like Normandy and Iwo Jima and free a sense of immense gratitude for their sacrifice. I feel it is our duty to preserve those freedoms by remembering those sacrifices that were made to earn them.
David & Holly Nermyr
July 2, 2017
As we get ready for another 4th of July I just want to thank you for the freedom's we enjoy. Freedom is not free as we have lost so many fine young men and woman to help preserve it.
Teri Gray
June 30, 2017
Remembering your great love story today and always.
Bryan Keenan
October 18, 2016
GT66 WWNF
Vicki Krikorian
May 31, 2016
May God grant you and your other "brothers and sisters" eternal rest and may perpetual light shine upon you. Rest In Peace. We will never forget the ultimate sacrifice you made in the name of Freedom and our Great country.
Jeffery Weamire
May 31, 2016
Proud to have served with him! SGT. Jeffery P. Weamire
Nancy Howard
May 30, 2016
He gave his life so we could be free. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. I will never forget.
Website Dedicated to Maj. Michael Martino - http://majmichaelmartino.com/
May 30, 2016
Sybil Martino
May 30, 2016
View website dedicated to Michael Martino at: http://majmichaelmartino.com/
Sybil Martino
May 29, 2016
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. God Bless you and all the other men and women who have given their life for this country...heroes one and all. I hope all Americans will remember the true meaning of Memorial Day.
Chuck Nelson
May 28, 2016
Remembering Mike and all fallen service members this Memorial Day Weekend. GS66WWNF
Sgt. Dana Hurlbert (Onesi), USMC Veteran
November 4, 2015
It's hard to believe that it has been 10 years (and a few days) since that horrible day and I still remember the moment they told us you were gone. Memories flood my mind, single moments frozen in time. One of you standing next to a Cobra saying Good Morning, one of you running back to run with me on a PFT... And so many others.. We will NEVER Forget.
Gabriel Martino Nelson
Sybil Martino
November 4, 2015
We miss you so very much. I always hate this time of year as it brings back such horrible memories. Michael's Website: http://majmichaelmartino.com/
Mike's Family at Arlington Cemetery 11-1-15
Sybil Martino
November 4, 2015
Freedom is never free.....
David and Holly Nermyr
November 3, 2015
Hard to believe it been 10 years since Mike lost his earthly life protecting those in need and helping keep America safe. I hope the years have soften the loss a little for the Martino family and wish you all well. I visited Mikes final resting place this past Memorial Day as well as my Father's. God Speed Mike and Thanks
November 2, 2015
Dear Mr & Mrs Martino, Robert, Lauri, and family,
Although 10 years have passed please know that Michael is remembered almost everyday by those that had the opportunity to call him a classmate, teammate, and more importantly call him a friend. While life's journey sent us on different paths as adults. Michael is still engraved in my life as a young man that showed having honor, respect, and commitment for ones self, his family, and his beliefs are what life is about. Michael was truly wise beyond his years.
I was privileged to have know your son and brother in this life.
Respectfully,
Miguel Morales
Barcelona, Spain
Woodbridge Class of 91'
Sybil Martino
January 12, 2015
There is a replacement website dedicated to Michael Martino by his family. To view, please go to: http://majmichaelmartino.com/
Marty Jacobson
January 5, 2015
Rest In Peace Flea ... You accomplished so much and gave so much for us all.
Andrew Monahan
January 4, 2015
Rest in Peace, Major.
Former Sgt / Viper Avi
Michael Blythe
January 4, 2015
Semper Fi and God Speed Maj Martino
GySgt Michael Blythe USMC (Ret)
January 4, 2015
To Major Martino's family:
May God grant you the peace that only his grace can provide our Gold Star families. Please know that Michael will never be forgotten and that we as a Nation, and his brothers in the Corp, are forever indebted to him for being truly "Semper Fidelis".
I salute you Major Martino...Semper Fi Sir! We have your six.
From a former member of HMA-269 (HMLA/269) MCAS New River ~ Sgt Ken Weaver
Kim Miot
January 2, 2015
Love to the family-
Vicki Krikorian
January 1, 2015
Michael, you were my inspiration to help our troops, everywhere in the world, to preserve the peace and security for all. You paid the ultimate sacrifice and your parents and siblings have endured the pain no one should have to endure. But your parents channeled it into their efforts to support troops serving everywhere and our chance "meeting" let to me helping her sine November 2009, which still continues today. You are an angel now, watching over your family and our military. May you rest in peace in God's loving arms till you are reunited with your family again. Thanks for your service and sacrifice Michael. You ARE a hero.
Visiting Michael in April 2010
Vicki Krikorian
January 1, 2015
October 21, 2014
Looking forward to my trip to Arlington and seeing you on 11/2. RIP Brother
Sybil Martinbo
February 9, 2014
I would love to know the name and email address of the person that made the 2/8/14 entry from Columbia, MD. Michael's Mom
February 8, 2014
We never met but you and that day are always on my mind. I wish there was more we could have done that day. Your a true hero. Countless marines and service members are alive today because of you and Bloomfield. Rip gunshot 66
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2013
I would love to know the name of the person that made the Dec. 7, 2013 entry in my son's Guest Book. Sybil Martino
December 7, 2013
One day while reading my friends email I noticed she always had a phrase on the bottom of her page. I decided to click on that page and found a picture and story of our fallen hero. I was overwhelmed with the emotions I felt toward this family . I made it my mission to meet them to thank them for there son's service. I will never forget meeting them. I felt as though I knew Michael after spending the day and visiting his grave. I will never forget Micheal and his family.
Lauri Martino Nelson
March 20, 2013
You are always in my heart. I miss you!
Becky
March 18, 2013
To Michael, his family & friends:
I didn't know Michael - I discovered his death while reading Faces of the Fallen in the Washington Post. I wanted to let the family know that Michael was remembered, appreciated and mourned today, even if it was from a complete stranger. From what I've read he was an amazing person, and I'm terribly sad he was taken from this earth so early - but thank you for your bravery and sacrifice. God bless your family, and I hope to meet Michael in heaven one day.
Gary Shepard
December 14, 2012
I still wear my Memorial bracelet every day. You are not forgotten and you are never going to be forgotten. One day we will all see you in heaven Sir.
Flag Presentation to Parents
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Bobby and Wife Uzma
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Marine Consoles Michael's Brother
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Rick Caisse - CACO
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Arlington Church Service
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Arlington Cemetery
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Nov 2, 2005 - Flag at Half Mass, Iraq
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Michael by his Cobra - Oct 2005
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Parent's Mantle - Dec 2012
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Cousins - Dec 2004
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Bobby and Michael - Dec 2004
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Mike - July 2004
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Mike and CO - May 2004
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Michael's picture of helicopters in Okinawa
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Presentation of Memorial
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Atterndee Viewing Michael's Plaque
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
Irvine, CA Memorial - Bill Barber Park
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
HMLA-369 Insignia
Sybil Martino
December 8, 2012
2005-10-13 Michael - last picture sent home
December 7, 2012
2011-12-03 Gabriel visit Uncle Mike at Arlington Cemetary
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Mom and Dad say goodbye
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Church
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Flag Presentation to Parents
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Flag Fold Arlington
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Marine comforts brother Robert
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2005-11-14 Caisson at Arlington Cemetary
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2004-12-11 Mom Mike Dad at Lauri's Wedding
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2004-12-10 Mike arrive Fairfax, VA
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2004-10-04 Mike returns from Fallujah
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2004-02-23 CO Doug Zembeck with Mike
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2004-22-02 Michael leaving for Fallujah, IRAQ
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-054-18 Michael by AH1-W
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-08-09 Michael at 29 Palms
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1999 - 2nd Lt Michael David Martino
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-02-22 Mom Michael & Dad after winging
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-02-22 Michael and Bobby at Winging
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-02-22 Michael and Lauri at Winging
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-02-22 Michael's Winging
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
2001-02-22 Flight School Winging - Dad and Mike
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1996-09-07 Univ of Calif San Diego (UCSD) Graduation
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1995 - Off to The Basic School (TBS)
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1990 - Woodbridge Warrior - Junior
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1987 - Irvine, CA Freshman
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1991 - Irvine, CA High School Graduation
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1980 Michael - 6 yrs old
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1978 Michael - 5 yrs old
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1978-01-31 Michael 5 yrs old
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
Lauri, Michael and Bobby
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
Bobby, Michael and Lauri Martino
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1973 - Michael on Kwajalein
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1973 - Michael Bath
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1974-01-31 - Michael's 1st Birthday
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
1973 - Michael's First Steps
Sybil Martino
December 7, 2012
Mary Konopka
December 7, 2012
You are not forgotten, Michael. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
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