Ronald “Ron” Edwin Martin, 68, of Coldwater passed away
Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Borgess Medical Center.
In following his wishes there will be a graveside
funeral at 1:00 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at East Gilead Cemetery. The
family was cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home.
Ronald was born May 13, 1952 to Eli and Alice (Burch) Martin
in Coldwater.
After graduation from high school he started a 20 year career
with Carlisle Bobbers until they closed the business. He later worked at
Oakland Sports and Canteen Food Services.
On November 19, 2004 he married
Phyllis (Trusty) Counterman in Coldwater.
Ron was a man of strong faith attending the Good News
Bible Church. He had many interests including trains, power plants, and
traveling the backroads. Ron enjoyed spending time reading his bible. He will
be remembered for his intelligence and organized manner as well as his kind but
serious personality. His true joy in life was being with his family.
Ron is survived by his wife of 15 years, Phyllis
Martin of Coldwater; his step-sons Steven (Lisa) Counterman of Jonesville and
Matthew (Sarah) Counterman of Coldwater; 10 grandchildren and 22 great
grandchildren; and his good friend Gary Reel of Fresno, CA.
He was preceded in
death by his parents; his step-son Randy Counterman and his grandson Randy
Counterman, Jr.
Memorials may be directed to the Good News Bible
Church.
www.dutcherfh.com
