Kerry D. Martin

Kerry D. Martin, 70, of Lititz, Elizabeth Twp., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 12, 2024. Born in Lebanon, he was a son of Matilda (Vasile) Martin and the late Frederick Martin. Kerry was the loving husband of almost 42 years to Debra J. (Kopp) Martin.

For many years Kerry was a mail handler for the U.S. Postal Service and retired in 2017. Prior to that he worked at Weis Markets and after retirement he picked up part-time work at Sharp Shopper in Ephrata. During the Spring Tax Season, Kerry enjoyed working with all the people at Rudy A. Shaffer CPA tax office in Manheim. Spending time with family was important to Kerry. He enjoyed the mountains in Wellsboro and the Jersey shore in Ocean City. He had an appreciation for nature and history. He was always fond of animals; his golden retriever and various cats were his favorite. Kerry was rooted in his faith and reading the bible was a daily priority. Kerry was always generous and hardworking. He is deeply loved and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

In addition to his wife and mother, Kerry is survived by a son, Bryan D. Martin of Lititz; a brother, Larry Martin; and a sister, Kim Cox (Darryl); and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held on Tues., Aug. 20th at 11 a.m. at Gravenor Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc., 100 W. Main St., Ephrata. A viewing will be held prior from 10 to 11 a.m. Interment will be at Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring.

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