Clyde G. Martin

Clyde G. Martin of Waco, went to Heaven, Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at his home surrounded by family and close friends. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel with Chaplain Suzanne Smith officiating. Clyde was born May 18, 1921, in Leonard, Okla., to Carl "Dude" O. Martin and Elvertie (Birdie) Moore Martin. He grew up in Bristow, Okla. He served in World War II in the Army Air Corp and graduated from University of Oklahoma City, with a B.S. in Chemistry. He worked for several large corporations before coming to Waco in 1970, to start Specialty Lubricants Company with Bob Farris. In 1974, he started Martin Tool & Supply and continued working until his health no longer permitted him to work. Clyde loved his family, traveling to Colorado and working in his yard. He was a self-published author of three books which he wrote about his travels and childhood. He attended First United Methodist Church of Waco. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Alta P. Martin; daughter, Sally L. Martin; son, Don A. Martin and wife, Cris; granddaughter, Heather Martin Owens and husband, Mike; grandson, Allen L. Martin and wife, Sherri; four great-grandchildren, Caley, Lantz, Cole and Hayden; best friend and neighbor, Linda Park; and a host of friends, employees and extended family who will dearly miss him. His last months were made possible by the caring people at Providence Hospice, caregivers, Betty Vaughn, Sonya and Linda Medrano and several others. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Friends for Life, Meals on Wheels or the American Cancer Society. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com. May 18, 1921 - January 30, 2009 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com