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Samuel Martin Obituary
October 5, 1940 - January 7, 2026
Samuel "Sam" Martin, age 85, passed away on January 7, 2026. He was born on October 5, 1940, to Otis and Mildred (McKinney) Martin in Padonia, Kansas. His family moved to Council Bluffs, Iowa, when he was one year old.
After completing his military service, Sam began a long and dedicated career with Western Electric, later known as AT&T, Lucent, and Avaya, where he worked for 41 years before retiring.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Leonard Martin, Homer Dale Martin, Wayne Martin, Mary Keast, Frieda Bucholtz, Anne Whitehill, Fern Marten, Roberta Whitehill, Norma Jean Christiansen, infant sister, Shirley Ann; daughter-in-law, Sheryl Harken; great- grandson, Henry Harken.
Sam is survived by his wife of 50 years, Charlene Martin; children, Craig Martin (Lorena), Randolph (Amy) Harken, Tammy (Jim) Johnson, Richard Harken, Teresa (Jack) William, Robyn (Greg) Stokes; 15 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; sister, Wilma Brooks; nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home
1221 N 16th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
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Wes and Donna doughman
January 19, 2026
A great longtime friend. Know him from many life memories. Knew his family well. His son Craig. Tammy. And many. Our best wishes. For the family. Love. Wes and Donna. Craig and tammy. Our thoughts and prayers with you
VFW, FRA, American Legion post Chaplain
January 12, 2026
thank you for your Service May you be Granted an Honorable and Restful Peace
M S
January 11, 2026
Thank you for your military service
Ruth Melena
January 11, 2026
Charlene and families. So sorry to read of Sam´s passing. Know his health hasn´t been good for sometime. May God comfort all of you.
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