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Richard Martin Obituary

MARTIN, RICHARD “Rick” DOYLE; age 54, of Farwell, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2014. Funeral Services for Rick will be held at Clark Family Funeral Chapel on Saturday, July 19, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. with Stake President Derrek Henrie presiding and Steve Harrast, 2nd Counselor in the Bishopric, officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Friday, July 18, 2014, from 7 to 9 p.m. Visitation will continue the day of the service from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Rick was born on October 6, 1959, in Mt. Pleasant, the son of Thomas and Donna True (Garretson) Martin. He married Lori Frodsham on July 20, 2007, in Layton, Utah. Rick was very talented and enjoyed woodworking. He was a doomsday prepper. He was a great father who was wonderful with kids. He will be remembered for his fun-loving sense of humor. Rick is survived by his children, Jarom Martin of Provo, Utah; Koryn Martin of Charlevoix, Michigan; Kyle Martin of Atlanta, Georgia; and Alexia (James) Morris of Roy, Utah; mother, Donna Martin of Rosebush; one grandchild, Maira-Ann Morris; brothers, Randall R. (Jane) Martin of Mt. Pleasant; the Rev. T. Ried (Karen) Martin of Crystal; and Ronald G. (Gloria) Martin of Mt. Pleasant; sister, Renae Lynn (Joseph) Crawford of Rosebush; Aunts, Gerry Barnes of Mansfield, Texas and Shirley Decker of Mt. Pleasant. Rick was preceded in death by his father, Tom Martin; his in-laws, Roy and Diane Frodsham; and his brother-in-law, David Frodsham. You may view Rick’s obituary online and send a condolence to the family, or place a memorial donation at www.clarkfuneralchapel.com

Published by Morning Sun from Jul. 17 to Jul. 19, 2014.
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To the Martinfamily, My sincerest sympathies to each of you in the loss of Rick. No words, deeds, or thoughts can comfort you at this time, you will alwys remain in my heart. Sherry King

July 19, 2014

My heart goes out to the Martin family. Rick is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed

Heather Hicks

July 18, 2014

DONNA AND FAMILY. THERE ARE NOT WORDS TO EXPRESS MY FEELINGS ON YOUR LOSS. LOVE YOU ALL BETTY KOENIG

July 18, 2014

Not by blood but you will always be my brother, no words can express what iam feeling or the love and special place you have in heart. R.I.P. my friend. Until the day we all meet again you always be in my thoughts. I love you bro, and you will be forever missed.

John Sweebe

July 17, 2014

To the Martin Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know that there aren't any words that can ease your pain right now but know there are many people that are there to aid you in any way they can. Thoughts and prayers are with you all and may God help you thru this difficult time.

Patti Cruden (Morrison)

July 17, 2014

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