David Martin

David was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Clayton and Clara Martin on December 8, 1942. He went to school at Penn Manor in Lancaster. He married Dorothy Kulp on June 13, 1970 in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. He studied at Temple University. He worked as a Director of Purchasing/Top Negotiator prior to becoming the Executive Aide to the CEO for Cardone Industries for 16 years. He was involved in Ham Radio Clubs, Flying, and Electronics.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Clara Martin.

David is survived by his wife Dorothy, and children Lori and Lisa.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Kraeer Funeral Home, 200 W Copans Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33064, with the Dr. John W. Stauffer of First Christian Church of Wilton Manors, officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens on the same site.

The family of David Martin wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, and Healthcare Workers who cared for him during his recent illness.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnnorth.com for the Martin

family.

My Friend David Martin…

Dorothy, Lori & Lisa My Deepest and Heartfelt Condolences to you all.

Dave My Friend was a Dedicated Family Man:

After the first few meetings with Dave there was no doubt that the three Ladies in his life were also the Love of his life. His concern and Devotion to you three Ladies was evident from the very beginning, He talked about you all constantly, and requested prayer for you all regularly

Dorothy you were so special to him … The only time I really saw him breakdown was when he talked about your doctor’s visits and how concerned he was.

Dave My Friend was a man of Integrity:

He was gracious, thoughtful and Kind …

He was a true representation of the Great Generation…

Once he accidentally broke a light on an old car in the church parking lot… here is the text that I received

Nov. 10th 2014

Sorry. I broke left front light assembly on Cadillac. Please give me year and model so I can try to find at junk yard.

The Home Depot Story…

On one of our visits to Home Depot Dave and I had a difficult time dealing with some of the Home Depot sales people, a manager got involved and Dave must have (in the course of the conversation) raised his voice to the manager … He must not have slept well that night, because his text to me begged for forgiveness as he apologized for his behavior in Home Depot.

Dave My Friend was a man with an attitude of Gratitude:

He never failed to say thank you.

April 3rd 2012

Thank you. Call me if I can help you.

July 9th 2014

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Now let's get Bags of Hope up to warp speed.

Thursday March 25th 2021

Thanks for your positive and very sad news.

Dave Martin

And I can Give you many more instances …. but time would not permit me to do so…

Dave My Friend was a Sensitive Man with a sense of Humor:

April 25th 2013

Hi Pastor. If u want an electric operated toilet for boat, ok with me. Sometimes I am too strong on my ideas.

Oct 19th 2013

Took molding off C-FIRE (an old boat we were working on). Found another can of worms. Not a huge can…

July 11th 2014

Wow. What A team. Dave & Dave. New cord fixed sailboat problem.

July 27th 2013

I can hardly wait until we can go fishing on the C-FIRE (Boat)

Dave My Friend was a Generous man:

After finding out that one of my goals for the kids of the church was a recording studio … he walked in my office one day and donated all his recording gear to the cause.

One of the last things Dave would do… was to give me a grand tour of his prized trailer before he donated it to our cause… His Generosity will change lives for many years to come.

Dave My Friend was a man of Faith a Praying Man:

Here are some of his text messages to me.

April 9th 2012

Sorry you are sick. I pray for you. Can I help you?

Aug. 9th 2014

Sorry about ur father. I will help if needed. Dorothy back Monday. Maybe we can chat Tuesday? Will pray 4 U.

August 29th 2014

Any improvement with ur dad?

Sept 8th 2014

Thinking about & praying for u guys. Call if we can help.

April 2nd 2021

Hi Pastor Dave.

After many prayers, how are you guys doing?

Dave Martin

Doing well Dave.

Thanks for your prayers.

Good. One thing we should is to continue praying for each other.

Dave Martin

We are trusting and praying for a nice and safe trip.

Dave Martin

Dave My Friend was an optimist … a man with a plan:

He always had a plan…

Just a few months ago in his weakened state he was formulating plans for a business to purchase and refurbish boats…

Dave My Friend was always willing to make other people’s lives better:

Always willing to impart his knowledge to others..

Here is One of His last text to me …. even as his physical condition was getting worse ….

June 28th 2021

Hi Pastor Dave. Did you tell me you want to become a Ham Radio Operator?

Since I am a licensed Ham, I would be glad to help you if you would like. 😃

Dave Martin

Dave my friend your memory will live on in our hearts … thanks for leaving breadcrumbs along the way for those of us coming behind to find our way…

Enjoy those Golden Streets my friend.

David Rambarran

Dayspring International/Bags Of Hope Inc.