Martin F. Pedersen Sr.
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Martin Francis Pedersen Sr. of Glenville, NY passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital on September 9th, 2025.
Martin, born in Queens, NY, was adopted at birth by William George Pedersen and his wife Florence Veronica (Brust). After a long happy life, he is now reunited with his loving wife of 42 years, Barbara Jean Pedersen. Father to Robert, Scott, Christopher, Michelle, Joseph, Martin, William, Bennette, and Faith; and proud grandfather to numerous grandchildren. He leaves behind his siblings Paul and Mary, as well as Calvin and Barbara.
A man of conviction, his faith in Catholicism never wavered. His faculties will live on and be celebrated by his family.
Donations, in his honor, may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
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