Paul H. Martin, 80

Paul H. Martin, 80, of Ephrata formerly of Millersville and Lititz passed away peacefully on Sunday April 12, 2009 at Pleasant View Retirement Community surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Lancaster, PA on January 7, 1929 to the late Benjamin and Lydia (Pyle) Martin of Millersville. Paul is survived by his wife Shirley (Harding) Martin of Ephrata. They were married on January 7, 2000.

He was a member of Calvary Church. Paul was employed by Armstrong World Industires. He retired after 45 years of employment. Paul served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps. He enjoyed hunting, woodworking, traveling with his wife, and lawn work. His memberships included the local Rod and Gun Club and American Legion Post #34.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a son and four step daughters, Paul H. Martin Jr. of Lancaster, Kathryn Bilger of West Virginia, Barbara Fetter wife of Andrew of Stevens, Suzanne Thiry wife of John of Wyomissing, and Jennifer Reeder wife of Christopher of Ephrata, nine step-grandchildren, and three step-great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are respectively invited to attend the Funeral Service from Calvary Church 1051 Landis Valley Rd. Lancaster, PA 17601 on Thursday April 16, 2009 at 11am with Rev. David D. Allen officiating. A viewing will be held at the church from 10-11am. Interment will take place from Grace United Methodist Cemetery, Millersville, PA with Military Honors rendered by the Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions in Paul’s memory may be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Dr. PO Box 4125 Lanc., PA 17604. Arrangements made by Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. 717-560-5100. To send the family online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com