David Anthony Martin

David Martin was the first face I saw when I came to FCC. He cared so much about his students, he was one of the most impactful professors I ever had. He explained he wanted to bridge the gap between the hearing and Deaf world, which is why ASL 1 was his favorite class to teach. It was peoples first step into learning ASL and breaking down those barriers as Prof. Martin put it. He encouraged us to keep going and continue along our ASL journey. I will be starting my ASL program next spring,...

As neighbors, we are saddened to loose David. He was an excellent ASL Teacher to me at FCC. He also taught my sister in law, Nixo in NM! David's reach for education was amazing. He often had a cigar burning which was a quiet way to know he was on his front porch. They smelled of good quality. Or should I say when I smelled his cigar, I knew he was enjoying life on his front porch. He has a wonderful family and we hope to hear all of his children & grandchildren visit often. He leaves behind...

David introduced me to the deaf community and ASL, I am now just weeks away from my certification. I thank him and his family so deeply for introducing to me such a huge part of my life. As I enter my last semester at FCC, I will miss seeing David everyday, and will forever keep him in my memory.

This is my second message...I posted my first message early on...before the memorial service which was nice. He was mentioned as an amazing man in different ways. Come to think of it, something else is amazing: David Martin had been able to maintain his 'crew cut' hairstyle as he grew older. Most men don't. Godspeed.

Both Jim & I were crushed to learn of his sudden passing. When we moved to Frederick 18 years ago, he was one of the first people to introduce us to the local community. His welcome & generosity was, and is, truly appreciated. He is much missed. Thank you, David.

I say sorry sad about. David Martin He will in open heaven walk angle happy face spirit god faith too you Amen bless god faith to you I hope you enjoy rest peca Rip my best friend good. Man cool so remember yes nice all time yes family's sad heart alway too you

To David's Family and colleagues in the ASL community, My condolences. I was blessed to learn ASL from him. He was a great educator.

I am so very sorry to hear of David's death. He was one of the best teachers I've had and I learned so much from his classes. He was a truly joyful person and will be deeply missed.