Charles Ray Martin, age 84, passed away unexpectedly August 17th, 2023, at his home in West Olive, MI, with his daughter at his side.
Chuck loved his family; he was married to Sandra Martin for 53 loving years. He loved spending time with his grand-daughters, Erin and Jordan and his great-grand-daughter Alyssa.
He was the youngest child to Fred and Clara Martin. He loved his daughter Kimberley Bush.
Chuck loved his weekend boys outing to Lowe’s and Bob Evans.
He loved all of the outdoor activities such as working on the tractor, the lawn mower, his pickup truck. He loved working in the barn, he loved going on golf cart rides, doing puzzles, talking with friends, and making everyone laugh.
One of his happiest memories was joining the Air Force and serving his country. He was a proud longtime member of Ottawa Reformed Church, he worked for Holland Wire for 50 plus years.
Chuck was a husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather, Uncle, Cousin, and friend to many.
He is survived by his children Kimberley Bush/ Christopher Wigginton. His grand-children Erin Wigginton/ Dakota Verheij, and Jordan Wigginton/ Oliver Draper, and great- granddaughter Alyssa Verheij, and his brothers and sisters in-laws John and Debbie DeHaan, Deb and Jeff Bing, Sue and Brian Vanderkooi and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife Sandra Martin, and his parents Fred and Clara Martin and in-Laws Bert and Millie DeHaan his grandchild Matthew Bush, his brother Fred Martin and brother-in-law Jim DeHaan.
A celebration of his life will be held at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland MI 49464, Sunday, August 20, 2023, from 2:00-4:00pm.
A private interment will be in Olive Township Cemetery on a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association.
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