Kennard L. Martin

Kennard L. Martin, 78, of Goshen died Thursday, August 29, 2019 at Borgess-Pipp Hospital, Plainwell, Michigan.

He was born October 23, 1940 in Peru to Melvin and Mary (Stahl) Martin.

Survivors include his wife, Christine (Schlemmer) Martin; daughter, Maria (Lester) Shisler of Goshen; son, Bryan Martin of Snohomish, Washington; three grandchildren, the joys of his life, Rosie, Kayleigh and Allie Shisler; and two brothers, Arvid (Mireya) Martin of Temple Terrace, Florida and Eldon (Marcia) Martin of Mentone.

Mr. Martin was a quiet man with a ready smile that could brighten up a building.  If you wanted to get him to talk, all you had to do was ask about his granddaughters.

He enjoyed walking outdoors and being a handyman.  He faithfully served Goshen College for 58 years in the physical plant. He was also a long-time member of Harvest Community Church.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 4, 2019 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service Thursday, September 5, 2019 at Harvest Community Church, 17285 C.R. 34, Goshen. Pastors Jim Dreier, Steve Chupp and Vic Hildebrand will officiate.

Burial will follow at Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial gifts may be given to Harvest Community Church.