Richard Charles Martin

Richard Charles Martin II departed this life peacefully at his home in Dothan, Alabama on Tuesday, December 13th, 2022. He was 76 years old and a resident of Dothan, Alabama.

Son of the late Richard C. Martin Sr. and Delia Luz Martin. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Elaine Williams Martin for almost 50 years. Father of Lisa P.R. Martin and Richard C. Martin III. Grandfather of Richard C. Martin IV, Alyssia Milstead and Angel Martin. Brother of James E. Martin. Brother-in-law of Jewell Birkhoff.

Richard joined the USAF and was later sent to Vietnam where he earned the Bronze Star for Valor. After exiting the USAF, he then entered the U.S. Army where he was awarded the Army Commendation Ribbon and later attained the rank of Major Infantry. In 2004 he went to Iraq and Afghanistan for 10 years as a Communication site Lead Contractor.

The graveside service will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery located at 34888 Grantham College Dr., Slidell, Louisiana 70460, at 9 a.m. Reverend John N. Rubar will officiate.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Heart Association.

Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 LA-23, Belle Chasse LA 70037 (504) 208-2119
 

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