Richard W. Martin

Richard William Martin passed away due to a farm accident at his home on Thursday, July 27th at the age of 73. Richard is survived by his wife of 38 years Muriel. He is missed by his children, Jennifer (Alex) in Richmond, RI, Peter (Katelyn) and Jacqueline in Guildhall as well as his grandchildren Cole, Brody, Katherine, and Liliana. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings Janet from Rochester, Millard "Sonny" (Diane) from Lancaster, Virginia (Ken) from Contoocook, Susan from Exeter, RI, and Patricia (Rick) from Downingtown, PA. Richard is predeceased by his father and mother Millard and Louise, brothers John and Glenn and brother-in-law David Wallace. He will also be forever remembered by his numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Richard was born in Lancaster in 1944, graduated Lancaster High School in 1962, Thompson School of Agriculture in 1964, and earned a B.S in Agriculture from UNH in 1968. He continued to farm on the family farm in Lancaster and then in January 1980 moved permanently to Guildhall with his new wife Muriel. A pillar of the community, he served as Selectman on both sides of the border. He was Town Lister, Fair Director, a 4-H leader, Little-League coach, member of ASCS, FSA, NRCD, Dairy Herd Improvement Association, Extension Service on the Dairy Advisory Committee, and others. He was on the School Board, the Yankee Farm Credit nominating committee, and the Farm Bureau. All that knew Richard actually called him Stretch. He was a humble man that took time away from his own projects to chat and provide advice. His smile and laugh were contagious and you couldn't help but feel better after having spent time with him. He dearly loved his family and community, and will be sorely missed by all in it. Visitation hours will be Tuesday evening, August 1st, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Bailey Funeral Home, and Wednesday, August 2nd, at 11:00 am at Lancaster Fairgrounds, with a memorial service at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at 1:30 pm at Summer Street Cemetery, Lancaster. Reception will be at the Fairgrounds following interment. The Martin family would like to thank the communities of Guildhall and Lancaster for the outpouring of warm wishes and support during this difficult time.

Richard W. Martin

May 27, 1944 - July 27, 2017