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William Martin Obituary

William Russell Martin

6-9-1963 ~ 3-31-2019

Russell grew up in Rose Hill, attended Lake Washington School District schools and graduated from L.W.H.S. He participated in football, wrestling, choir & was drummer for the jazz band. He was active in white water rafting, hiking, a variety of adventures and travel. He graduated from Shoreline C.C. with multiple computer technology degrees. He was self employed and was living in Phoenix. He is survived by parents, Georgia and Charles, siblings, Terri Potebnya and Brad Martin and their families. He has four children and two grandchildren. Brandon and family and Jesse live in the Phoenix area. Keelan and Olivia live in Seattle. Russ was out going, positive, enthusiastic, active in church and missions.

He was full of life and love and was close to all of us.

We so miss him!

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Published by The Seattle Times on Aug. 4, 2019.

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Terry Debolt

April 23, 2023

I am so sorry Terri. I just found out, please email me on what happen I am shocked. Sorry for your loss.

Terri Potebnya

August 19, 2019

My world is far too quiet without you in it. I miss you.

Jill Cross

August 4, 2019

Dear Georgia and Charlie,
I am shocked to learn of your great loss. My heart breaks for you and your family. I pray for peace for you all. I will contact you in a few days. I am so so sorry for Russell's loss.

Love,
Jill

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