Richard Morgan Martin's Obituary
Richard Morgan Martin, 70, of Covington, LA passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at home and in the care of his loving family. Rick was born on June 26, 1953, in Danville, IL to Harold Victor Martin and Norma Jean Fulton Martin.
Rick is survived by his mother, Norma Jean Fulton Martin, two sisters Mary Ann Lee and Susan Martin Price and brother-in-law Thomas Jesse Price. Also surviving are nephews and nieces Joshua and Michelle Lee, Matthew Lee and Mindy Gremillion, Jennifer Lee Watson and John Galante who is also his godson.
Rick was preceded in death by his father Harold Victor Martin, his brother-in-law Christopher Lee, his nephew-in-law David Watson and his life-long best friend Wallace “Wally” Smith.
Rick graduated from Covington High School in 1971. After working as a farmer and then a coal miner, he returned to Louisiana and joined his father as a carpenter, eventually starting Martin Trim Company together. Rick like his father believed in a “job well-done” and many of the homes and businesses in St. Tammany Parish and its surrounding areas boast of their work as skilled artisans. Rick retired on February 23, 2023, after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Rick’s family and friends will tell you that Rick not only worked hard, but he also played hard. He loved spending time with his friends fishing, camping, and watching his favorite teams, the LSU Tigers and the New Orleans Saints. He was the designated chef at family get-together, boiling shrimp and crawfish, frying turkeys, and grilling steaks. He loved the outdoors and was always happiest surrounded by friends and family.
Rick’s life was a testament to love, laughter, and compassion. His memory will forever grace our hearts, and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
The family expresses their deepest gratitude to the care provided by Hospice of St. Tammany Parish Hospital and by his oncologist Dr. Gordon Wadge and his gastroenterologist Dr. Nathaniel Ranney.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mr. Martin may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, ID#23676160.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Rick’s life at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Avenue, Covington Louisiana on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
The Martin family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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