Norman Leo Martin

Norman Leo Martin, 74, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord on August 26, 2025. He was

born May 16, 1951, the son of Edwin and Dorothy (McElroy) Martin.

Norman proudly served his country in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. He entered the Army

requesting training in diesel mechanics. He excelled at Wheel Vehicle and Track Vehicle

mechanics. He also received commendations for his marksmanship while in the Army. He

worked for Firestone Tire and Belle Tire for over 33 years. Norman was the

family/friend auto mechanic, helping out whenever needed to keep them on the road. He

shared his knowledge of cars as he played with the children in his life, telling them the name

of each toy vehicle and the characteristics of each. However, he was proudest of the two children

he raised, Ryan and Tara. Being a father, and grandfather, were the roles he enjoyed the most

and he was thankful for that gift.

Norman was an avid woodworker. He built wood tables that will survive natural disasters and

beyond. Norman was instrumental in maintaining and improving the log/stone cabin his

grandparents built. He built walls to enclose the stone porch, completely replaced the supports

and flooring with his sister Loretta’s help, as well as replaced the wall behind the wood burning

stove with his daughter Tara’s help. Norman replaced his mother Dorothy’s back porch, built a

workbench for his beloved Brenda, and countless other woodworking projects.

The world is filled with God’s handiwork. and Norman enjoyed it all. A simple man, he took

great pleasure in things such as a moonlit night, sitting around a campfire under a blanket of

stars, walking through the woods, or laughing with those he loved. Sunrises and sunsets were

two of Norman’s favorite displays of God’s work. It was only fitting that Norman returned to his

heavenly home under the backdrop of a majestic sunset.

Norman’s favorite place was the family cabin. Whether it was fishing, sitting on the beach, or

sharing a campfire with friends and family, Norman found rest and relaxation in the quiet of the

cabin in the woods.

Norman was a man of great strength and wisdom, who loved deeply. His faith was immense and

unwavering, serving as an example to many. He will be greatly missed, and cherished, by all

whose lives he touched.

Norman is survived by his daughter, Tara Lynn Martin-Connin (Ryan), sister Maureen Meyers

(Jon), brother Shawn Martin, grandchildren Collin Martin, Kaitlyn Martin, Zoey Martin, Dylan

Martin, Aidan Connin and Austin Connin. He is also survived by niece Erin Marie Martin,

nephew Stephen Martin (Pam) and great nephew Nicholas Martin.

Norm was predeceased by his parents, brothers Lawrence, Keith and Kevin, sister Loretta, niece

Elizabeth and his son Ryan.

Memorial Service to be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 2-8 pm. Military Honors at 6 pm, and the Holy Rosary at 7 pm. All to be held at the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home in Romeo, MI.