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Martin Sherman was born in Baltimore, Md. on March 26, 1925. He died on July 30, 2018, in Anchorage, Alaska. Martin joined the Marines at the age of 17 and served in the Third Marine Division in the South Pacific. In March 1948, he, his wife, Margret Violet; and his son, Marty, moved to Alaska driving the Alcan and settling in Palmer.
Martin became a meat cutter and in 1966 began work at Elmendorf Air Force Base where he worked until he retired.
Martin loved sports and the outdoors. He was an avid skier, both Nordic and alpine. Martin served on the National Ski Patrol at Arctic Valley and Alyeska for 30 years, being awarded several honors. He made several ski trips to Europe. He stopped downhill skiing at the age of 83.
Martin enjoyed hunting and providing game for the family. His hunting partner showed him how to fly fish. He fished throughout Alaska and frequently fly fished in Oregon with his son Marty. Martin was an active member of the Alaska Flyfishers and an enthusiastic flower gardener. Martin enjoyed baseball and attended many Alaska Baseball League games. He and his son, John, attended the Mariners' first MLB win at the Kingdome.
Martin is survived by sons, Marty (Joyce), John, David (Val) and Luke; daughter, Margret Calica; five grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Martin was preceded in death by his wife, Margret Violet.
A memorial service will be held on Sept. 14, 2018, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Fox Hollow Chalet, 11701 Brayton Drive in Anchorage. The reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. followed by the program at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sierra Club Foundation, Earth Justice, Public Citizen, or Greenpeace.
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With deepest sympathy on loss of your love one May it bring comfort you to know that he will return to the days of his youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.
Melissa Pioneer
September 10, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the Sherman family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19
Your neighbor..
September 10, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss at this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort at Matthew 5:4 in the days ahead.
September 10, 2018
I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the Family and friends of Martin. May the God of all Comfort Grant you peace and strength during this diffecult time (psalm 29:11).
M C
September 8, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences to the family and friends. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3). When someone you love becomes a memory the memory becomes a treasure in your hearts and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace.
September 8, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.
September 7, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May the fond memories of your loved one sustain your family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is stated at 1Peter 5:6,7. My sincerest condolences.
September 6, 2018
Our condolences to your family. May the promise of seeing your loved ones again, bring you comfort and hope.
John 11:24. 25
G Cameron
September 6, 2018
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