Claire Etter Martin, 66, of Washington Boro, passed away after a brief illness on February 25, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Carol (Waller) Etter. She was married over 45 years to her beloved husband, Jeffrey L. Martin.

Claire graduated from Hempfield High School in 1975, where she was an undefeated long-distance runner on the track team. She attended Millersville University where she worked many years as an office manager. Claire was known for her love of animals and the outdoors. She also authored articles for EDN Inc. (Eastern Delaware Nation), was a member of Green Hill United Methodist Church, a gifted piano player and volunteer for her church and for ORCA in Lancaster. Claire absolutely loved going to the beach, especially their annual trips to Stone Harbor. She also enjoyed visiting their cabin in the woods in northern PA. Her family affectionately remembers her love of ice cream, zest for life, and warm personality that she shared with everyone.

In addition to her husband Jeff, she is survived by her 2 sons: Kevin Martin (Kim) and Michael Martin (Rebecca), sister Phyllis Stroh (Dave), and 4 grandchildren: Lexie (Mark), Ryan, Abigail, and Faith. She was predeceased by her sister Karen Reese.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 10-11 AM on Monday, March 4, 2024 at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St. Millersville, PA 17551. A service will begin at 11 AM with interment to follow at Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Claire's name to ORCA , 401 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602.