Nolan Martyn, Sr.

Nolan "Gene" Martyn, Sr.
Nolan "Gene" Martyn, Sr., 82, entered into eternal rest on August 4, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maxie Ponn; stepfathers, Francis Ponn and Bill Martyn; brother-in-law, Willis Toney; mother and father-in-law, Maude and Michael Ayala. He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Dolores "Dee" Martyn; son, Nolan G. "Butch" Martyn Jr. (Kim); daughter, Cindy Haggerty (John Davis); son, Michael Martyn (Jody); grandchildren, Megan, Nicole, Sarah, Hannah, Jessie, Ryan, Dakota "Cody", Connor, Morgan, Landon, and Chase; sixteen great-grandchildren; special cousin, Jim Jarvis; daughter of the heart, Connie Slonaker; and many good and loving friends. Gene's family wishes to thank Dr. Barbara Bailey, Cheryl, and staff at Liberty Family Practice for their loving care all these years. Gene was a lifelong resident of Akron, retiring after 32 years at McNeil Machine. He was a Third Degree Mason for 49 years. For twelve years, he volunteered in the ER at Akron City Hospital. Gene was an avid deer hunter and he was "one hell of a shot!". Gene never met a stranger, loved his porch swing, had an amazing sense of humor, and could tell a story like no other. Even at death, he could crack a joke , give you that special wink, and make everyone laugh. Most importantly, he showed his family how much he loved them every day. He was a wonderful husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a great friend. He will be truly missed. Visitation will be Wednesday August 7 from 4-7 p.m. followed by a 7 p.m. Masonic service and funeral service with Rev. Tom Tyler officiating at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.
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