Melvin F. Martin, 88, of Somerset RD 5 died Aug. 15, 1995, in Siemon Lakeview Manor Estate. Born Feb. 20, 1907, in Stonycreek Township. Son of the late Daniel and Charlotte (Kraft) Martin. Also preceded in death by his wife, Mabel (Friedline); one son, Neil; four sisters and two brothers. Survived by three daughters: Mrs. ShellyReam, Somerset RD 5; Sandy Borgman and Romaine Irons, both ofCalifornia; one son, Dwaine Martin, Listie. Nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. One brother, Walter of Friedens. Retired farmer and cattle dealer. Member of Faith Lutheran Church. There will be no visitation at the request of the deceased. Graveside funeral services at 3 p.m. Thursday in Wills Cemetery, Pastor Lynn M. Sanner officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to SomersetIn Touch Hospice or Faith Lutheran Church. Arrangements in the charge of the Robert H. Halverson Funeral Home, Somerset.
