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Martin graduated from Academy High School in 1976, where he was the quarterback of the football team and a state champion tennis player. Martin enjoyed playing hockey, and coached youth hockey teams in the Erie area. He was involved in politics, having organized and served on various campaigns, including local government campaigns that began the political career of former United States Representative Phil English. Martin was also successful in business. He was a Master of Business Administration, and was a franchisee of a Quiznos Subs. Over the course of his career, Martin held a number of management and executive-level positions. He was a state auditor for Advance America, a director of the Village at Luther Square in Erie, and an underwriter for Regional Finance. He was instrumental in the development and growth of the Living Independence for the Elderly program of Northwestern Pennsylvania (LIFE-NWPA).
Martin was known for being kind, generous, and honest. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed family gatherings, and was always eager to express pride in his daughter and grandsons. He was a devoted and loving husband, attentively cared for his wife, Barbara, and would have celebrated his 30th wedding anniversary this coming Halloween.
Martin is survived by his wife, Barbara Tate; sister-in-law Kathleen Post (husband Patrick); brother-in-law John Bolmanski; daughter, Janet Quatro (husband Allan); grandsons Justin Smith and Tyler Smith (wife Jade); and great-grandson Jaylen Smith, along with numerous cousins and other extended family.
Friends may call at the Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd., Erie, PA 16506 on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 2:00 PM until the time of the service there at 5:00 PM. Interment will be private in Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to either the ANNA Shelter, 1555 E. 10th St., Erie, PA 16503 or the GIST Cancer Research Fund, 3905 N.E. 16th St., North Miami Beach, FL 33160 [email protected]
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Dee Barickman
April 1, 2022
Barbara I am so very sad to hear this news. I have known Marty for 40 years now and my husband close to that as well
Marty and I began our friendship ice skating together and have had many moments just shooting the breeze together. This seems to sudden
I/ We are sorry for your loss. Marty was a great guy and friend.
Dee Barickman
April 1, 2022
Barbara, I am so very sad to hear this news. I have know Marty for 40 years now. My husband Steve has known him almost as long. Marty and I had spent many hours ice skating and were friends that enjoyed just shooting the breeze together. I adored him and have always been grateful for his friendship and support. This seems to sudden and unreal. I/we are sorry for your loss. Marty's smile and many stories will forever be in my mind and heart.
Patty Legenzoff
March 31, 2022
I was shocked and saddened to hear this. May you rest in peace Marty! Prayers going up for you and your family!
Erin Dobbins
March 31, 2022
Barbara, I'm so saddened to hear of Marty's sudden passing. We worked together for several years at Advance America. He was such a pleasure to work with. I enjoyed hearing his wonderful stories of prior business adventures and even family adventures. Barbara, he talked about you often. It was evident that he loved you and his whole family greatly. I'm so sorry. Marty, you will be missed!
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Pam podbielski
March 31, 2022
I´m so sorry for your loss Barbara. I feel Your pain. Sending prayers to you and your family. God bless.
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