Robert Andrew "Bobby" Martin Sr.

MARTIN, Robert "Bobby" Andrew Sr., 87, born January 11, 1927, passed away peacefully November 3, 2014, with his family by his side. He was predeceased by his son, Robert A. Martin Jr.; and his parents, Louise and Edward Martin. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jean Oliva Martin; three children and their spouses, Judy and Ronnie Hollins, Kyle and Jayne Martin and Craig and Donna Martin, all of Mechanicsville. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Chad, Kevin and Neal Hollins, Reid and Ryan Martin, Robert Martin and Kelsey Anderson Holmes, all of Mechanicsville. Mr. Martin is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; and three siblings, Louis Martin, Joseph "Buddy" Martin and Florence Jordan; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members and many friends. He was a graduate of John Marshall High School, where he was a member of the Cadet Corps. F Company, and he also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Bobby retired after 39 years of service with Virginia Dominion Power Company. He was instrumental in bringing slow-pitch softball to Richmond and was inducted into the Softball Hall of Fame. He was known as an umpire and a basketball referee for many years in Central Virginia. At the conclusion of his refereeing career, Bobby served as commissioner of the Central Virginia Board of Officials. He also served as chairman of...

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