MEDINA – Richard D. Martell, age 59, passed away on December 11, 2018.
Born on December 26, 1958, in Phoenix, AZ to the late Arthur L. and Darline E. (Eberle) Martell, he was a resident of Medina for 12 years, previously of Apple Creek. A few of Richards loves included, playing with the grandkids while spending time with the family, golf, and listening to the High School Football Game of the Week on the radio.
He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Lois; sons, Joshua (Heather) Martell of Fredericksburg, OH, Justin (Jessica) Martell of Holmesville, OH; step children, Autumn (Chris) Smith of West Salem, Michael Baire of Westerville, OH, Kayla Baire of Lewis Center, OH; grandchildren, Abigail, Bethany, Braxton; step grandchildren, Andon, Lane; brothers, Randy (Donna) of Dalton, Ronald (Patricia) of San Francisco, CA, Russell (Karen) of Dalton, Rodney (Melody) of Marshallville; best friend for 40 years, Jed “Jedder” Koontz; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Orrville Christian Church, 925 N. Elm St., Orrville, OH, 44667 with Pastor Mike McFarren, officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Zak-Thacker & Monbarren Funeral Home, 29 E. Main St., Dalton, OH, 44618 and one hour prior to service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Wester Reserve, 5075 Windfall Rd., Medina, OH, 44256. Online obituary and guest registry are available at www.zakmonbarrenfh.com
(Zak-Thacker & Monbarren, 330-828-2536)
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