Burt Martin

Burt Martin obituary

Burt Martin

Burt Martin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. - Newfane on Sep. 10, 2025.

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Burt Martin entered into rest on September 9, 2025. He is predeceased by his son Robert Kennedy. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Bette Drier Martin and his children Deborah (Todd) Frerichs, Kevin Kennedy, Amy (Jason) Hayes, Daughter in Law Christine Kennedy, 8 Grandchildren, and 5 1/2 Great Grandchildren.

He graduated from Barker high School in 1960. He was a welder by trade, and devoted his life to farming, owning a dairy farm for more than 45 years. He is a former member of the FFA, and an active member of the Newfane Lions club. He was an avid card player, and he and Bette enjoyed spending the winters in Florida.

Friends may call on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11am-3pm at Rutland Corwin Funeral Home. Inc. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Newfane Lions Club.

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September 12, 2025

So sorry for your family's loss
I have fond memeories as a kid baling hay with Burt & family
He will be miss
Prayer for you all
Kelly Lloyd Joslyn ( Skip's step daughter)

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