We would like to celebrate the home going of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and Uncle Dave J. Martin. David was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. Upon graduation from high school, David entered military service on 31 January, 1979. Through his military career, Dave served not only as a tactical satellite/ microwave systems repairman, but also as an M1 Abrams armor crewman; and earned numerous commendations and awards, including the Army Commendation Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Overseas Service Medal. He is preceded by his father, Carl Martin; and is survived by his mother, Dee Anna (nee Homes) Martin; wife, Anna Glasgow-Martin; daughter, Perlesta Omosowofa; son, Joseph Martin; son-in-law Edafe Omosowofa; granddaughter, Elena Martin ; grandson, Ethan Omosowofa; Dave has a large extended family. We thank the Dear Lord for his life and the blessing he was to us. He is greatly loved and will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held on October 6, 2012 at 2:00 P.M., at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. You are invited to offer condolences at http://www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.