Frank Edward Martin

St. George

Frank Edward Martin, husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle and friend, died peacefully on Thursday January 14, 2016, following a long illness. He was 72. Frank was born in Ogden, Utah on April 12, 1943. He was the son of Francis Edgar Martin and Faye (Fijke) Post, both deceased. Frank was one of 5 siblings, and had many foster siblings. He will be missed.

Frank grew up in Ogden. He graduated from Ben Lomond High School (1961). Frank served a mission in the Southwest Indian Mission to Native Americans for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1963-1965. Frank held a B.S. degree in Police Science from Weber State College (1981).

Frank was married to his sweetheart, Kathleen (Kathy) Bott from Brigham City, Utah, in the Logan Utah Temple on August 4, 1966. This August would have been their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Together, they are the proud parents of five children, and the grandparents of 13 spectacular grandchildren.

Frank worked for the State of Utah in the Department of Corrections for 40 years. He worked at the Utah State Industrial School, the Ogden Utah Halfway House and in the St. George Adult Probation and Parole Office. In June of 2006, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Award and the Medal of Merit.

Frank is survived by his wife, Kathy and their children; Christi and Chris Ruppel, Jana and Chet Parker, David and Jennah (Crowther) Martin, Mindy Martin, and Stephen and Jennifer (Eardley) Martin; along with their 13 grandchildren. Frank's surviving siblings are; Faye Hayes, Paul and JoAnn Brenkman, Marie and Kevin Smith and 45 nieces and nephews. Frank was preceded in death by his parents; Francis and Faye, by his sister, Eelje Newell, and two nephews.

We wish to express special thanks to the Liberty Dialysis Center, The Journey of Hope Hospice, as well as to Dr.'s Mercado, Te, Almeda, Leon, Nimer and Jones,; along with their wonderful staff members, who have taken such good care of Frank and Kathy.

Funeral services will be Friday, January 22, 2015 at 11:00 am at the Sunset Stake Center, 100 N. Dixie Dr., St. George, UT. A viewing will be held on Thursday, January 21st from 6 to 8 pm and Friday 9:30 to 10:30 am at the church. Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of McMillan Mortuary. Condolences may be shared at www.mcmillanmortuary.com.

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Published by Spectrum & Daily News on Jan. 17, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Martin

9 Entries

January 24, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Wish we were a little closer to see you in person. Love, Dean and Karen Post

Richard Taylor

January 22, 2016

My condolences to all of you, Frank is the son of my fathers best friend "Marty", I have met Frank several times, been deer hunting with him and had a nice visit with him at Marty's home shortly before Marty passed away. We talked shop. Marty spoke often of Frank and was very proud of him, I got to know Frank mostly through his father, a great man Frank was/is.
God rest his soul,
Richard Taylor (son of LeRoy Taylor)

Beth and Isaac Mathews

January 22, 2016

Frank and Kathy were in our ward only for a short time, but we loved them both dearly. We were so sad to hear of Franks passing. He was so kind and so intelligent! We loved our visits with him. Kathy, we love you so very much. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time.

Dennis & Juleen Post Moss

January 21, 2016

We would like to send our love and sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dennis and Juleen Post Moss

Melanie Reber

January 21, 2016

The man, the myth, the legend has passed on, but his memory will forever be with those he came in contact with. Frank and his words of wisdom will always hold a special place in my heart. I am blessed to have been able to work with Frank. He was not just a co-worker, but a special friend and confidant. May those left behind always feel his spirit with them. Until we meet again Frank!!!

Bradley & Kirsten McArthur

January 20, 2016

Dear Kathy,
Our deepest condolences go out to you from our hearts. Frank will be missed eating at the Pizza Factory but I hope you still find time to come visit us. We enjoyed getting to know your wonderful Husband and yourself while we were in the 9th Ward and will miss Frank's wise words.

John Totten

January 18, 2016

We were sad to hear of Bro. Martin's passing and pray that the comforter will be evident in the lives of those who remain. To each of us comes our day of graduation having faith that this is not the end of our existence.

Shirley Bagby

January 17, 2016

Frank, thank you for the numerous, unselfish hours of volunteer work you did on behalf of Zion's Way Hospice. You and Kathy are loved and cherished!

January 17, 2016

Thank your Mr.Martin for being kind and fair! I'll never forget you. God Speed to your family.

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