Nathan Martin Jr.

Nathan Martin Obituary

Nathan A. Martin Jr. CHESAPEAKE - Nathan Allen Martin Jr., 62, was called home to his heavenly Father on the evening of Oct. 23, 2010. He was born Dec. 10, 1947 in Norfolk to Nathan Allen Martin Sr. and the late Dorothy Lynch-Martin. Nathan Allen Martin Jr. began serving his country during the Vietnam War as a combat crew chief in the United States Army and continued to serve in the U.S. Army Reserve as a drill sergeant. He retired as 1st sergeant after 29 years of faithful and honorable service. He was affectionately known as "Grand-da Nate," Big Nate or Buffalo Nate and was admired by many. His love of family, friends, and the Hampton Roads Buffalo Soldiers was unwavering. Left to cherish his loving memory are his wife of 33 years, Donna Louise Thompson-Martin of Chesapeake; one daughter, Pamela Brown (Barry) of Chesapeake; four sons, Nathan Allen Martin III (Telisa) of Suffolk, George Martin of Chesapeake, Gregory Thompson of Chesapeake, and Scott Thompson (Tiara) of Portsmouth; five sisters, Mary Ash of Norfolk, Wilhelmenia Doucet (Wilton) of Chesapeake, Linda Smith of Norfolk, Deborah Martin-Edwards (Bobby) of Norfolk, Catherine Martin of Chesapeake; and a special sister, Tina Boomer of Chesapeake; three brothers, Walter Martin of Norfolk, Manuel Martin of Chesapeake, and Richard Martin of Norfolk; 12 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many, many friends. The homegoing service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Avenue Chapel. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Norfolk. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The family has asked that any reflections and expressions of love be done at that time. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 29, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Martin

11 Entries

Dixie Earhart

October 23, 2021

Nat and I worked together and he was always such a nice guy and gentleman. He was one of the good guys. He always seem to find a way to accommodate any thing asked of him. He had an infectious smile and laugh. My condolences to his family and I know they will miss him terribly. RIP my dear friend!

Sharon P Scott

October 31, 2010

Deacon Martin and family! My heart goes out to you all for the loss of your loved one, Nathan,Jr. I know this has to be a difficult time in your life. I pray that God will continue to watch over you all and give you the strength to endure the the tough days that lie ahead. Remember that weeping may endure for the night, but joy does come in the morning. By faith, All is well! Peace and Blessings!

October 30, 2010

I use to work with Nate at Oceana and I thought so very much of him. He was truly one of the good guys. I am stunned at his passing. I have just moved to FL so I won't be there but you are all in my thoughts as well as Nate. He was loved by so many and will be missed by all of us. Dixie Earhart

Pop-Pop & Mama Tina Shannon

October 30, 2010

Scott & Tiara: Please know that we are still praying for you and the family as you make plans to say good-bye to your beloved father and hero may each day become easier when you put all your faith and trust in Him your heavenly Father who knows all, see all and don't forget He hears all too... even the silent questions in your hearts and minds...when I told you can ask but you may get and answer and maybe not but just know that God cares for you even now as you draw closer and closer to Him

LaVerne Avant

October 29, 2010

Mr. Martin was a good neighbor. Our family did not know him that well, but he was friendly and seemed to have an adventurous side to him. We would see him and his family in their driveway and they would be getting their RV ready for trips. We want the family to know that we will be praying for them.

Annette Fagan

October 29, 2010

Well daddy Nate it's day (7) and it's still hard for me to grasp that you are no longer here. The last couple of days has been the hardest for the family , trying to prepare your homegoing service... Everyone has taking a roll of making sure that your homegoing service would be nothing but the best.. I love you & you will forever be in my heart, My prayers goes out to Ma Donna, Pamela, Nate & George.....& the rest of the Martin Family.... Love always your extended family ( Nette & Que)

Michael and Laurie Carpenter

October 29, 2010

You have our deepest condolences, and we will keep you in our prayers.

Marie Murphy

October 29, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marshall & Linda Banks

October 29, 2010

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Randy W. Riddick

October 29, 2010

May God's strongest hands uphold the Martin family at this time and knowing that you are in are hearts. The Navy Exchange AutoPort Family.

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