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Robert James “Bob” Martin

Birth	:	12 Mar 1926 Sac County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	8 Aug 2015 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Sacred Heart Cemetery, Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4650002, -95.1446991
Plot	:	Section 1, Row 8B, Lot 15, Plot 7
Description	:	Robert was born in Sac County on March 12, 1926, to Paul and Beulah Martin. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II. Robert earned a teacher's certificate in Agriculture from Iowa State College. He married Eileen Marie Smith of Early in 1948. They both taught in Aurelia before taking up farming. Starting in 1953 Robert and Eileen farmed for many years south of Newell where they raised seven children, as well as corn, beans, cattle, and hogs. Robert served the community in various offices, such as school board president, Farm Bureau president,... Read More	Robert was born in Sac County on March 12, 1926, to Paul and Beulah Martin. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II. Robert earned a teacher's certificate in Agriculture from Iowa State College. He married Eileen Marie Smith of Early in 1948. They both taught in Aurelia before taking up farming. Starting in 1953 Robert and Eileen farmed for many years south of Newell where they raised seven children, as well as corn, beans, cattle, and hogs. Robert served the community in various offices, such as school board president, Farm Bureau president, lector and lay minister at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Sac City. The size and success of his farms pay tribute to his intelligence and skill as a farmer. His favorite pastime was reading one or more of the many books and magazines piled neatly on his coffee table. He was a master bridge player, and threw himself wholeheartedly into the sport of golf during his retirement. He also enjoyed cribbage and euchre with his children and grandchildren. Robert will be remembered for his strength of character. He was a man of honesty and genuineness. He treated everyone fairly and respectfully. He hated to give anyone a reason for pain. He crafted beautiful letters to friends, especially condolence letters, and he expressed his progressive political views passionately in eloquent essays. Robert is survived by daughter Peg Martin (Erin Haafke, Erica Metzger and husband Eric and great grandson Calvin, Alexandria Haafke, Henri Haafke); daughter Pat Martin and husband Brad Mock (Marie Mock, Dan Mock); son Peter Martin; son Paul Martin and wife Sara (Jill Martin, Kyle Martin); son Rusty Martin and wife Kay Meyer (Orion Martin, Claire Meyer, Neil Haglan, Kary Haglan, Jann Haglan and great granddaughter Alexis); daughter Rhonda Martin and husband Kevin Moran (Ethan Moran, Eileen Moran); son James Martin (Maxim Martin, Oskar Martin) and his sister Thelma Musselman. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Eileen (2013), as well as his mother and father, his brother Dick Martin and a host of other loved ones.

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Where is Robert James “Bob” Martin's memorial?
Robert James “Bob” Martin's memorial is located at: Sacred Heart Cemetery, Early, Sac County, USA.
When did Robert James “Bob” Martin death?
Robert James “Bob” Martin death on 8 Aug 2015 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Robert James “Bob” Martin's memorial?
Latitude: 42.4650002
Longitude: -95.1446991

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Eileen Marie Smith Martin

(1925 - 2013)

Siblings

Children

Michael Martin

(1949 - 1949)

Paul James Martin

(1950 - 1950)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4650002, -95.1446991

2. Early Union Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4578018, -95.1425018

3. Protestant Union Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4294014, -95.1483002

4. Sac County Farm Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4295560, -95.1175190

5. Nemaha Cemetery
Nemaha, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5102997, -95.0905991

6. Chase Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5036011, -95.2288971

7. Emmanuel Cemetery
Cook Township, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3993988, -95.2063980

8. German Methodist Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5045000, -95.2481000

9. Cook Center Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4432983, -95.2649994

10. Immanuel Reformed Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5396996, -95.2294006

11. Salem Reform Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3555984, -95.1866989

12. Oakland Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4272100, -94.9910760

13. Richland Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3544006, -95.2238998

14. Saint Josephs Catholic Church Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5035000, -95.3095000

15. Schaller Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5046000, -95.3117600

16. Linton Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3330994, -95.1474991

17. Clinton Township Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3330600, -95.1475000

18. Donna Lynn Salis-Christensen Burial Plot
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5882134, -95.0544960

19. Cory Grove Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3932991, -94.9788971

20. Maple Valley Township Cemetery
Alta, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5752600, -95.3199980

21. Newell Catholic Prairie Cemetery
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6144000, -95.0328000

22. Storm Lake Cemetery
Storm Lake, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6352800, -95.1744400

23. Cedar Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4430000, -94.9110000

24. Ferguson Cemetery
Lake View, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3142014, -95.0132980