Donald Martin

Donald Martin, 80, of New Holland, died Sunday, March 6, 2016, at his home after a brief illness.

Born in Compass, PA he was the son of Weaver and Frances (Martin) Martin. He was married 56 years, on Oct. 24, to S. Arlene (Groff) Martin.

Donald had been previously employed at Sauder’s Feed Mill, Horst Construction, and most recently as a Custodian at Conestoga Valley School District.

He was a member of Carpenter’s Community Church where he served as Deacon, Song Leader, and Sunday school and Bible School Teacher. He enjoyed flower gardening, music, including singing, along with his grandchildren and extended family. He also sang in the Manheim Chorus for many years.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Terry Martin of New Holland, and Gary, married to Donna (Sandoe) Martin of Gap; 3 grandchildren; a sister, Anna Martin of Lititz; and 2 brothers, Raymond, married to Alice (Good) Martin of Lancaster, and Glenn Martin of Lancaster.

Preceding him in death are 3 grandchildren, Crystal, Zachery, and Andrew Martin; a great granddaughter, Jane Donnegan; a brother, Roy Martin; and 2 sisters, Arlene and Janet Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 10 at 10:30 am at the Groffdale Mennonite Church, 168 N. Groffdale Road, Leola with the Bishop Lloyd Hoover, and Ministers Glenn Hoover, and Dwayne Hoover. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Wednesday at the Groff-High Funeral Home, 145 W. Main St., New Holland from 6-8 pm and on Thursday at the Church from 9:30 – 10:30 am. If desired contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.