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LEO MARTIN Obituary
Leo was born in Augusta on Nov. 30, 1941, the son of Leo A. Martin and Kathleen C. True Martin.
He served honorably in the U.S. Army.
Prior to his retirement, Leo worked for Zayre's and Ames department stores for 32 years.
Leo was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagle's 3137 of Augusta. He enjoyed playing pool and watching sports.
His favorite teams were the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and the New York Giants.
Leo was predeceased by his parents; and a sister, Beverly Purdon.
He is survived by one brother, Joseph Martin, and his wife, Kathleen, of Springfield, Mass.; one sister, Barbara Seekins, of Pittsfield, Mass.; many nieces and nephews, and special friends, Sue Thornton and Reggie Fortin.
At his request, there will be no visiting hours and no service. Burial with military honors will be in Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Augusta.
The family would like to thank the staff at Maine Veterans' Home, Augusta, for the kind and loving care they gave to Leo.
Donations in Leo's memory may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, c/o Augusta Eagles Club, 71 Water St., Augusta, ME 04330.
Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. Condolences, photos and memories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.
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Paul Warburg
May 14, 2013
VERY sorry to hear. Leo was on my very short list of all time favorite employees to work for me/with me. He was great. Paul Warburg
May 10, 2013
Joe and Barbara and family, sorry to hear about Leo. Hope you are doing well.
Fran Martin Powell
Cathy Leonard
May 5, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Leo's passing. I worked with Leo at Zayre/Ames. I thought of him often. He was a great guy. A real person. May he rest in peace.
Jennifer (or as he'd call me Jenni) Gregg
May 5, 2013
For those of us that worked with Leo at Ames, his feather duster is finally at peace. Sorry for your loss.
Charles Cunningham
May 5, 2013
I knew Leo from the Eagles Club in Augusta your a great person and a great friend will miss you leo
May 5, 2013
To the family, sorry for your loss. I too worked with Leo at Zayres. He was a great worker and friend and always there to help. Rest in peace, Leo.
Pat (Ellsmore)Damborg
Helen and Fred Paganucci
May 5, 2013
Leo was a gentleman and had a work ethic that would be a great example to any young person. Fred enjoyed taking him to a Red Sox game and talking to him about sports.
May 5, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Leo and although he could grumble with the best of them he was always the hardest worker and a friend to all.
~Melissa Yeaton~
Ron ST.Hilaire
May 5, 2013
R.I.P Leo,I'll miss you my friend.
Rhonda Carver
May 4, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family he will be missed by so many people doesn't even seem right not seeing him for his daily visit at the club ( miss and love you Leo )
al black
May 4, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May 4, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shirley Orff Buck
May 4, 2013
Sorry for the loss of Leo. I worked with Leo at Zayre's when he was in sporting goods. He was a great co-worker. Thoughts are with you.
HENRY FOLSOM
May 4, 2013
MEET LEO . BACK WHEN I WORK AT ZAYERS WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL, ALWAYS READY TO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND, RIP.
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