Stephen Martin

Belinda,
Greg and I want to extend our condolences to you and your children. I will always remember Steve picking up the flag/banners at CTK during some of our best worship services and walking around with them. He was truly a Godly man and a great person. I'm sure he will be missed by many.
Greg and Lisa Tibbetts

Thank you for your service Captain Martin. Your many contributions to the men and women of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are truly appreciated. Rest in Peace.

Colonel Butch and Captain Brenda Collins, Retired

Steve rode with me frequently when I broke in on midnights at the Mount Gilead Post. I always had a lot of fun working with him. I think this one was the most memorable to him.

So we stopped a car in the middle of nowhere Morrow County for failing to drive on the right side of the road at like 2AM. There were three people in the car and the smell of alcoholic beverages came pouring out the second the driver rolled down the window. I checked the driver, ran him through fields, and he was, of course, drunk. So we hooked him up and put him in the back of the cruiser. Now we had to decide what to do with the drunk guy in the front seat and the passed out woman in the back. Drunk front seat guy explained the woman is his wife and the driver is his brother and they live around the corner (it ended up being a ten-minute drive "around the corner"). So he woke up his wife, she was naturally super confused about what's going on, and we explained that we were going to take them home and then take the driver to the sheriff's office. Then she goes to get into the backseat of the cruiser and immediately whips back around, eyes huge, and a horrified look on her face and exclaimed: "There's already someone in there!" Steve and I managed to keep a straight face, but meanwhile, her husband was roaring laughing.

Later I'm sure we got McDonalds breakfast like we usually did when we found a drunk.
I'm sorry for your loss. He will be missed.

Belinda, Sarah, and Rhonda, I just want to extend my sincere condolences to each of you. I never had the pleasure of meeting Stephen but I know he must have been such a huge influence and wonderful husband and dad. The three of you are among the finest people I ever worked with and I'm sure Stephen so enjoyed your companionship and love.
Very sorry for you loss.
Conn

So sorry for your loss. Heaven has a new angel.

Belinda and family, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Jack & Pattie Ethridge

Belinda, Rhonda and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May you all be comforted in the days ahead with your precious memories. Praying for God to grant you His peace and comfort. You are all in my prayers and thoughts. God bless you.

Pat Sellers

Belinda, and Family

Sending our condolences and Love.
We are here for all of you during this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Belinda and the family. Steve was a great person, there are not enough kind words to express how thoughtful, cheerful, determined and resourceful he was. I feel blessed that he was a part of our lives. He will truly be missed.

I used to sit behind Steve at CTK on Weds and Sunday night. His stories always helped increase my faith. Sorry for the loss of such a good man. But we know where he is.

I'm sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure working with Steve on many occasions with the Patrol and admired his dedication and personality. Your family is in our prayers.

Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family, Belinda.

Belinda and family I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord. Heaven is sweeter with your loved one there. God bless you all. Carole Smith, Loganville, GA (Nationwide Insurance Family- Retired 2015).

Belinda, I am so very sorry. He sounds like a lovely man. May God grant you peace.

Allison Halvorson, Nationwide retiree, Des Moines

Belinda, I was very sorry to learn of your husbands passing. Prayers going your way. Ann Vogel

We are so very sorry - our deepest sympathies to you Belinda, and your family. You have been in our prayers everyday, and we continue to pray.

We are here for you, whatever you need.

Lots of love and hugs!

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Belinda, I am so sorry for your loss.

Mel Boughn

Belinda, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Stephen have been in my prayers daily and will continue to be for you.

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of Stephen. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

So very sorry for the loss of you soulmate. I will pray that God holds you in his hands and eases your sorrow. Remember the good times, you are blessed to have them.

So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He served the citizens of Ohio well and with honor and dignity. Please find comfort in knowing he is resting in heaven with no sickness or pain.
Rick C. Spencer, Staff Major, Retired OSHP Auxiliary

So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Belinda and all his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.