William D. Martz
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William D. Martz, 97, of Coatesville, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 30th, 2022. He was the husband of Jeanette (Creasey) Martz, with whom he shared over 72 years of marriage.
Born in Berwick, Pa., William was the son of the late Viola (Knelly) and John Calvin Martz.
William served honorably in the US Navy in the Pacific Theater of World War II.
An area resident for over 68 years, William worked for Lukens Steel as an electrician for 38 years.
He enjoyed boating, especially on Harveys Lake. He enjoyed sunrises and sunsets, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
William volunteered for both the Brandywine Hospital and the VA Hospital.
William is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children: Donald, husband of Louise, of Honey Brook, Edward, husband of Barbara, of Coatesville, Kathy, wife of John, of Coatesville, and Ruth Ann, wife of Paul, of Honey Brook; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 at 2 PM at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 107 South 17th Avenue, Coatesville, PA, 19320, with a viewing from 1 PM until the start of the service.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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He was my Buddy. He will be
He was my Buddy. He will be missed. Rest in peace my freind
What A Wonderful Man
I had the honor of serving in the American Legion Post 475 with Bill for several years. Bill and I attended many events together and I can honestly tell you that no one lit up a room like room like Bill. Children were drawn to him at the school assemblies we went to. He was ceremonially honored at the Downingtown Memorial Day parade a few years ago and he loved every minute of it. Bill was so full of life and was still driving into his 90’s. Bill Martz was truly a wonderful man and I’m thrilled our paths crossed. Anchors Aweigh my dear friend!!!
Debbie and I are sending
Debbie and I are sending prayers and condolences to the entire Martz family.
Heartfelt Condolances
Such a sweet man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Always a ray of sunshine. Holly
Heartfelt Condolences
Don & Ed,
My thoughts are with you during these difficult times. Bill was always great to be around; pleasant, smiling, and always helping others. I had the pleasure of helping Bill with Usher duties at the Church, watching him greet each parishioner with joy and happiness. He truly lived with the Spirit of God, and will now be joining the Almighty in Heaven. God Bless you and your families.
Bill was always such a
Bill was always such a pleasure to work with. My condolences to his family,
Our condolences to the Martz
Our condolences to the Martz family. Bill & I worked together at Lukens Steel Co. Bill also did a great job as our S.O.A.R. Chapter 7`4 recording secretary until his health forced him to give up the position. He was a great guy and we are all going to miss him. We will keep your family in our prayers. Sincerely, Clyde & Lisa Lowe.
Mr. Martz
I just want to let everybody know how special Mr. Martz was. He would take his kids and me roller skating every Friday night . Not a short trip there and back. He took us all the way to Exton. He would drop us off and then come back hours later and take us home. treated me like one of his own kids. When my father had lung cancer Mr. Martz would stop in and ask if there was anything he could do to help. This man is no doubt in Heaven. Thank you Kathy and Ruth for sharing him with a lot of people.