Donald W. Martin, 76, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2014 at Lancaster General Hospital.

He was the husband of the late June L. Martin, who passed away in 2010. Born in Carbondale, PA, he was the son of the late William J. and Clare M. (Hart) Martin. Donald had been a licensed real estate agent, working for Keystone Homes and, prior to this, for Century 21. Before his career in real estate, he had been an insurance agent for American Mutual Insurance Co.. During his retirement, he restored photos of all kinds, with an emphasis on real estate photos.

A proud veteran of the US Army, he served in Korea from 1962 to 1965. During his service, with what was to be his proudest accomplishment, he and 3 of his fellow soldiers founded Operation Orphan Care in Sung Yuk, Korea. He was also involved in the founding of the Shin-Seng Childrens Home in An-Seong, Korea where, among many things, he helped provide Christmas and birthday gifts to the children. He also helped to raise funds by which several of these children were able to attend Seoul University.

Donald enjoyed fishing, sports such as football and basketball, was a Syracuse University sports fan, and enjoyed golfing in the past. He was also involved in Toys For Tots, playing Santa for the children.

He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie married to James Colomb Sr. of Mohawk, NY, his 3 grandchildren: James Jr., Lori Bunce, and Karen Brown and his 8 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, James P. married to Laurie Martin of Ellicott City, MD and his 3 nieces, Courtney, Danielle, and Lauren Martin.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 10, 2014 from 5-7PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St., Millersville, PA. Interment will be private in New York. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in his memory to Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard, Box 8601, Lancaster, PA 17604-8601