David Wayne Martin

January 23, 1945 - July 27, 2016

David Wayne Martin, 71, of Floyd passed away July 27, 2016 at his home. Retired after 27 years of service at Hollingsworth and Vose. David is preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Minnie Martin and father-in-law and mother-in-law George and Ora Compton. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Ila Compton Martin, daughter, Vickie Martin, grandson, Aaron Martin, sister and brother-in-law Elizabeth and Clifford Bowman, along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday July 30, 2016 at 11AM at Gardner Funeral Home with Pastor Brian Turpin officiating. Interment will follow in Lee Cemetery- Tuggles Gap. Friends may call after 3PM on Friday July 29, 2016 at Gardner Funeral Home where the family will be from 6-8 PM. Flowers will be appreciated or a donation be made to c/o Lee Cemetery fund 1046 Long Level Rd SW Floyd, VA. 24091. Online condolences may be made at www.gardnerfuneralhomefloyd.com.

I am so very sorry to hear of David's passing. He and I began working for H&V on the same day and was friends and colleagues for many years. My thoughts and prayers to all the family in this time of sorrow. James Gay

I worked with David years ago at Hollingsworth and Vose. He was a good man and a dear friend. Peace to him and to his family. God Bless