Photo courtesy of Markwell Funeral Home - Casey
Nov 6, 1940 - Sep 18, 2017
RIP Brother Cecil May the Lord welcome you into his Kingdom with his open loving arms.
Albert O'Canas
September 24, 2017 | Dallas, TX
David Sosnowski
September 23, 2017
David Sosnowski
September 23, 2017
PBR-FVA extends their condolences to Cecil's family. He will be missed. Fair winds and following seas,you stand relieved, we have the watch.
V.P. PBR-FVA
September 23, 2017 | Kennebunk, ME
May the Lord bless you and stay close to you to ease your grief. Cecil's loss is being felt by all who knew him and those who knew of him. His life was most remarkable and well lived, a true blessing to your family and the entire Nation.
Ron & Masako Swart
September 22, 2017 | Canton, GA
So sorry for the loss of your Dad. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. Sending much love and hugs.
Scott and Lana Koerber
September 22, 2017 | League City, TX
With much love and sympathy. Cecil was truly an officer and a gentleman in every aspect of the phrase. He will be greatly missed by his PBR friends.
Doyon - Hiniker Family
September 21, 2017 | Southington, OH
Cecil was indeed one of a kind and will be truly missed by all who knew him.
His combination of humor, humility and wisdom were a rare combination and the world is a better place for him having been among us.
Fair winds and following seas shipmate, you stand relieved, we have the watch.
Larry Weatherall
September 21, 2017 | Virginia Beach, VA
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Jennifer Carver McDaniels
September 20, 2017 | Terre Haute, IN
Cecil Harvey Martin, age 76, of Savoy, IL formerly of Casey, IL passed away at 10:18 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017 at Carle Hospital, Urbana, IL. He was born November 6, 1940 in Yale, IL, the son of Roy Forrest Martin and Ella Belle Baker Martin. On March 9, 1962 he married Kazuko Yamamoto in Yokohama, Japan.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-five years, Kazuko Martin of Savoy, IL; son, Toby Brien Martin (Cathy) of Pearland, TX; daughter, Regina Christine Leuck (Timothy) of Champaign, IL; grandchildren, Kristen Nicole Leuck, Jarrett James Leuck, Casey Brianne Martin, Riley Quinn Martin and Kelsey Renee Martin; sisters, Carol Faye Farrell (William) of Casey, IL and Deborah Belle Pillers of Roscoe, IL and many friends and comrades. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Alan Eugene Martin and sister, Barbara Ann Tarr Finn.
Cecil was a 1958 graduate of Casey High School. He later earned his Bachelor and Master’s degrees from Eastern Illinois University. Cecil proudly served his country in the US Navy from July 23, 1958 to April 30, 1979. During his lifetime career he attained the rank of Lieutenant in the US Navy; he was awarded many medals including the Navy Cross, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Cecil enjoyed carpentry and wood carving. He was well known for his one of a kind wood carvings, many of which he donated and sold for charity.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Markwell Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Ellis officiating. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior the service at Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Burial will be held in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 675 E. Linton, Springfield, IL 62703 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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