Walter S. Martin

Walter S. Martin, 97, of New Holland, died Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Garden Spot Village. He was preceded in death by his wife, Buelah S. (Smoker) Martin in 2021.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Noah Z. and Susanna W. (Sensenig) Martin.

Raised in a farming community, Walter was a farm worker, then worked as a welder, becoming the purchasing agent for Smoker Elevator, then a buyer for Ford New Holland, now CNH.

A member of Sandy Hill Community Church, he sang with the Gap Male Chorus for 40 years and served on the Pequea Valley School Board for 13 years. He enjoyed bowling and being with people.

Walter will be remembered for his simple faithfulness to God, family, work and friendships. His life revolved around these priorities. Walter and Buelah were married for 74 years and in their last years together, when her care required separation, Walter continued to visit her three times a day.

Surviving are four children: Grace Irish, Delaware; Richard married to Karen, New Holland; Barry married to Lee Nettke-Martin, Lancaster; Chris married to Louise, Ohio; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and four siblings: Chester Martin, Indiana; Catherine Longenecker and Irene Neff, both of Lititz and Susan Gotway of Texas.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law Joe Irish and six siblings.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Noon at Garden Spot Village Garden Towers Chapel. Interment will be private at Sandy Hill Community Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, PA 17557.

The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements. Online remembrances and condolences may be posted at www.groffeckenroth.com.