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John A. Martin, 81, of Castle Street, died Saturday, January 09, 2021 at his residence in New Castle. He was born in Ellwood City on October 20, 1939, a son of the late Joseph Martin and the late Nettie (Fabian) Marcella. He was also preceded in death by his step father Paul Marcella. He was married to Geraldine ‘Gerri’ (Santillo) Martin on August 30, 1963, she survives in New Castle.
Mr. Martin was a machine operator at Rockwell Axel Plant retiring after 27 years. He also worked the car wash at Giant Eagle Butler Avenue and was an Army veteran. Mr. Martin also enjoyed family, gardening, going to the casino and traveling.
He is survived by three children, Roberta Colella and husband, Michael, John Martin and wife, Sandy, and Sherri Rice and husband, Bill, all of New Castle, one brother, Joseph Martin and wife, Susan of New Castle, two grandchildren, Michael Colella, II and wife, Kelly and Nick Colella, and two great grandchildren, Luca Colella and Vito Colella.
Private services conducted by Deacon John Carran of Holy Spirit Parish will be held at the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue. Burial will be in Parkside Cemetery.
Lord God, you are attentive to the voice of our pleading. Give John eternal rest, O Lord, and may your light shine on him forever. Let us find in your Son comfort in our sadness, certainty in our doubt, and courage to live through this hour. Make our faith strong through Christ our Lord. Amen.