William Lee Martin passed away December 20, 2018 in Centralia, Washington, his home of two years. He was born February 24, 1944 to Gladys Pahia and Cecil Lee Martin in Wapanucka, Oklahoma. He attended the University of Washington, lived in Lake Stevens, Washington, served in the U.S. Air Force, and worked as a lab technician in the healthcare industry. Bill was loving, caring and sentimental. He had an enthusiasm for life and great love of the outdoors, including fishing, hiking, snow skiing, camping, and golf. He enjoyed gardening, all sports, and travel/exploring, especially to the ocean and in Hawaii. Family time was very important to him. He is survived by his partner, sweetheart and love of his life, Georgette Marshall of Everett, Washington; son, Nick; daughters, Cortny and Tera; and sister, Marvene Foster. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Mary Kuni Spillner; grandfather, Frank Pahia, Sr., and brother, Melvin C. Schies. There will be a private family gathering. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Lung Association in William's honor. Please leave memories at www.FuneralAlternatives.org.
William Lee Martin passed away December 20, 2018 in Centralia, Washington, his home of two years. He was born February 24, 1944 to Gladys Pahia and Cecil Lee Martin in Wapanucka, Oklahoma. He attended the University of Washington, lived in Lake Stevens, Washington, served in the U.S. Air Force, and worked as a lab technician in the healthcare industry. Bill was loving, caring and sentimental. He had an enthusiasm for life and great love of the outdoors, including fishing, hiking, snow skiing, camping, and golf. He enjoyed gardening, all sports, and travel/exploring, especially to the ocean and in Hawaii. Family time was very important to him. He is survived by his partner, sweetheart and love of his life, Georgette Marshall of Everett, Washington; son, Nick; daughters, Cortny and Tera; and sister, Marvene Foster. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Mary Kuni Spillner; grandfather, Frank Pahia, Sr., and brother, Melvin C. Schies. There will be a private family gathering. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Lung Association in William's honor. Please leave memories at www.FuneralAlternatives.org.Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased
