Robert E. Martin M.D.

1931 - 2017

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Westchester Funeral Home, Inc.

190 Main Street

Eastchester, New York

Robert Martin Obituary

Martin , MD, Robert E.

On September 17, 2017 longtime Eastchester resident Dr. Robert E. Martin, 86, entered eternal life. He is survived by his wife MaryEllen, with whom he enjoyed a loving 53 years of marriage, his children Timothy (Patricia), Roberta, and Brian (Diana). He was the proud grandfather of Gabrielle and Patrick, brother of Edward G. Martin and Marie Smith (deceased).

Dr. Martin was born in Astoria, NY in 1931. He graduated from Manhattan College ('53) and received his medical degree from New York Medical College ('57). He completed his residency in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital ('61) where he was appointed to the staff. During his tenure, he served as liaison between the hospital and the Bureau of Preventive Diseases of the NYC Department of Health, was a certified diplomat of the Board of Internal Medicine, and for 40 years treated patients at Lenox Hill Hospital's free clinic. After his time at Lenox Hill, he was Executive Medical Examiner for Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company until he retired in ('96).

Dr. Martin was active in his community, an involved parishioner at Immaculate Conception Church for over 45 years, a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus of Keogh Council 2108, a past president of the Bronxville Manor Association, the Home School Association, the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, and the Westchester Guild of the Catholic Medical Association. He was involved in pro-life causes, including the Pregnancy Care Center in New Rochelle, serving as a board member for much of that time. The family will receive friends on Wednesday September 20, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WESTCHESTER FUNERAL HOME, INC. Eastchester. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday September 21, 2017 at 9:30 AM at Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, Tuckahoe. Interment to follow at Holy Mount Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Brooklyn, NY (http://www.blmhs.org).

Published by The Journal News on Sep. 19, 2017.
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The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

September 19, 2017

Sending love and soon a hug in person to Auntie ME, Timmy, Roberta and Brian and your families.

Amy Stuart

September 19, 2017

Dear Martin family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that
I send healing thoughts and prayers your way.
Sincerely,
Miss Derbin
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Kim Derbin

September 19, 2017

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Westchester Funeral Home, Inc.

190 Main Street, Eastchester, NY 10709

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20

Visitation

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Westchester Funeral Home, Inc.

190 Main Street, Eastchester, NY 10709

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21

Mass of Christian Burial

9:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception R.C. Church

Tuckahoe, NY

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Holy Mount Cemetery

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