Howard D. Martin

Howard D. Martin, age 86, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Tuesday evening, February 16, 2016, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Howard was born, October 1, 1929 in Toledo to the late William and Louise (Cass) Martin.

Howard will be remembered as a hard working man. He worked as a press operator at Champion Spark Plug. Howard enjoyed fishing, gardening, playing cards, and spending time with his family. Howard was also an avid Detroit Sports fan.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Cynthia (Gary) Godwin; Daughter-in-law, Diane Martin; grandchildren, Matthew Martin, Nicole (Jason) Kazmierczak, Adrian Godwin, and Stephanie (Robert) Puterbaugh; siblings, Donald Martin, Robert Martin, Michael (Carolyn) Martin, Ronald Martin, Mary Louise (Roger) Drew, and Nancy (Dennis) Shuherk; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Rebecca Johnson; son, William Martin; brother, Kenneth Martin; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and special friend, Virginia Stahl.

Visitation will be held Saturday, February 20th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home, 204 Chestnut St. in Swanton (419.826.2631), where services will begin at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor J.T. Bean officiating.

Interment at Swanton Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Residence: Toledo, Ohio

Visitation: Saturday, February 20th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Weigel Funeral Home in Swanton

Funeral Service: Saturday, February 20th at 3:00 pm in the Funeral Home

Interment at a later date: Swanton Cemetery