Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1930
DIED
2021
FUNERAL HOME
Ralph Martin Obituary
Ralph Martin
March 20, 1930 - April 6, 2021
ROCKFORD - Ralph Martin, 91, of Rockford, IA died on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at the Rockwell Nursing Home.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home, 302 West Main, Rockford. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. with a one hour prior visitation on Friday, April 9, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 21 3rd St NW, Rockford, with Pastor Dennis Burns officiating. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery in Britt, IA. Military honors will be performed by the Britt Honor Guard.
Ralph was born on March 20, 1930 in Britt, IA to Robert and Laura (Thompson) Martin of Britt and was a member of the Britt Congregational United Church of Christ. He attended school through the 8th grade and then began working on the family farm.
Ralph served in the United States Navy as a Metalsmith 3rd Class during the Korean War from April of 1951 and was honorably discharged in April of 1957. He was a very proud veteran. After being honorably discharged he worked several years at the iron mines in Minnesota as a welder. In 1960, Ralph purchased his first of many farms he owned throughout his lifetime in Rockford. Ralph enjoyed welding and farming; he would buy run down farms to fix-up in the surrounding area. His hobbies included going to auctions, collecting pottery and purchasing stock from the stock market. He was very intelligent, invested well and made every penny count. Ralph was a kind-hearted man and didn't hesitate to help those in need. He was well liked by staff and residents over the last few years he resided at the Rockwell Nursing Home. His memory will be cherished by many.
Ralph was the "bonus dad and grandpa" of Scott and Robin Shafer and their daughters Jennifer and Jessica as well as their children; he was a special friend of Jan Faulkner, Herman Meyer, Marvin Gaubatz and too many others to list. He is also survived by his brother, Roger (Doris) Martin and brother-in-law, Gail Parker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John Martin and James Martin; three sisters: Anna Lou Martin, Eleanor Lynn Martin and Isabel Parker and two special friends, Denny Schultz and Roger Jenson.
Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford, Iowa 50468 641-756-3311, www.Fullertonfh.com
Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Martin
Sponsored by Fullerton Funeral Home in Rockford.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Ralph Martin's name
Memorial Events
for Ralph Martin
How to support Ralph's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Ralph Martin's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
