Robert J. Martin

ESCANABA — Robert J. Martin, 90, of Escanaba, passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 23, 2018 at Christian Park Healthcare Center in Escanaba. He was born on Oct. 9, 1928 in Escanaba, the son of Romeo and Mabel (Farrell) Martin. Bob grew up in Escanaba and was a 1949 graduate of Escanaba High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on Dec. 12, 1950 and served his country during the Korean War until he was honorably discharged on Oct. 23, 1952. After returning home, Bob began his 37-year career with Mead Paper Company where he worked with heavy equipment (front end loader in particular) in the woodyard. He married the former Mary Jane Johnson on Jan. 4, 1964 in Escanaba and she preceded him in death on Oct. 21, 2001. Together, the couple shared 37 years of marriage and raised one daughter, Martha. Bob was an avid Green Bay Packers fan who rarely missed watching a game. He also was proud to be a veteran and had the opportunity to go on the U.P Honor Flight. Bob was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Escanaba.