Robert H. Martin

Robert H. Martin obituary, Houston, PA

Robert H. Martin

Robert Martin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd. on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Robert H. Martin, 60, of Belle Vernon, passed away peacefully Friday, May 16, 2025, in the home of his daughter. He was born October 6, 1964, in Washington, a son of the late William H. and Julia Lee Watkins Martin. Mr. Martin was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High School and had worked most of his life in bridge and highway construction. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding his motorcycles. Surviving are four children, Robert H. Martin Jr. of McDonald, Charles Martin of Donora, Takeshia Martin (Marlous Johnson) of Amity and Christopher Martin (Lauren Larimer) of Washington; ten grandchildren, Keyshon and Keyontae Willis, Kaziah Johnson, Paisley, Malia, Christeeona and Laniee Martin, Robert H. Martin III, Ralph and Rebekka Martin; a brother, Frank Martin of Rostraver; a sister, Lucille White of Washington; and several nieces and nephews. Deceased in addition to his parents are his ex-wife and mother of his children, Renee Lynn Shaver Martin. A gathering to celebrate Robert's life will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025 in the Lawrence Civic Center, 399 Georgetown Rd, Lawrence, PA 15055. Arrangements have been entrusted to the McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd., Robert K. McIlvaine, Owner/Supervisor, 27 Cherry Ave., Houston, PA 15342.
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