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Ned Martin, Age 64

Today we are celebrating the life of Ned Layton Martin. He was born to Richard and Barbara Martin in Ulysses, KS, November 8th, 1950. After graduating from Ulysses High School, he went on to enlist in the military in 1969. He completed his basic training in Fort Leonard Wood, MO and went on to serve in Germany and Vietnam. Upon returning from deployment he was stationed in Fort Riley, KS where he met his bride to be, Debbie Lackey. They were married in 1972 and went on to have two sons, Jeremy and Josh. They lived in Colorado and Kansas before settling in Glen Elder, KS where they shared many great years together raising their family and enjoying everything Glen Elder had to offer including the lake, hunting, and the small town community spirit. Ned was a hard working man who took pride in his work and his family. He worked for the gas company for 32 years before retiring in 2010. He and his wife Debbie were both active members of the community. Ned was a member of the American Legion, the Lion's Club, and the VFW. He was an avid fan of the local high school, never missing a chance to root on the kids to victory. He was a passionate man who loved life. He was a very proud Grandpa and took every chance he could to visit his kids and grandkids whether it was watching a sporting event, or playing in the back yard. He had a great love of K-State sports and was a season ticket holder for 20 years. Upon his retirement he found a new love for his Harley Davidson. He enjoyed taking road trips and having the opportunity to soak up the scenery from that seat. Throughout his years, though, the one place he treasured most was his family cabin in Colorado. There, family and friends that know and loved him have shared many amazing memories. He is survived by his wife Deb, two children, Jeremy and his wife Michelle, Josh and his wife Jess, three grandsons: Blake, Branden, and Brady and two granddaughters Jorie and Jaela. Four siblings also survive him, Richard and wife Gloria Martin, Steve and wife Susan Martin, Judy and husband Donnie Ratzlaff and Marianne and husband Mike Gepner as well as a host of nephews and nieces.

Funeral services will be at 11 AM Thursday, April 23 at the Glen Elder Christian Church followed by burial in Glenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-8 PM Wednesday at the McDonald Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or American Legion Post #143.

Condolences may be left at www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com

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