John E. Martin
August 17, 1947 ~ May 15, 2022
John E. Martin, age 74, of Chardon, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was born August 17, 1947 in Corry, PA, the son of Arthur and Rachel M. (Graft) Martin. He married Mary P. Mihalic September 16, 1989. A graduate of Riverside High School he went on to graduate from Mt. Union and then received his Masters from Edinboro University.
John retired after 37 years as an English teacher and guidance counselor for the Edgewood and Riverside School Districts.
He was an avid Cleveland Sports fan and loved to travel to see The Tribe. He was truly the kindest and most honest man with an awesome sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Craig Martin, Sarah Martin; brothers, Alan (Michelle) Martin, Arthur (Tammy) Martin, a nephew and many nieces along with several great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Marilyn J. Martin.
Memorial Mass will take place at 11 am on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Church 16550 Rock Creek Rd, Thompson, OH 44086. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at Hambden Cemetery.
Behm Family Funeral Home of Madison is assisting the family. Contributions may be made on behalf of John to Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Rd, Novelty, OH 44072 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, PO Box 72101, Cleveland, Ohio 44192.Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
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I had Mr. Martin for English when I was in school at Edgewood. He was a good teacher and a kind man. RIP Mr. Martin.
Mary, Bernie and I are so sorry for your loss. I remember many days playing at John’s house on Doan Avenue, shooting hoops in the garage and playing whiffle ball in his back yard. God Bless you and your family.
John you will be greatly missed!!! I don’t care if you were my only brother-in-law …… You were the best I could have ever ask for!!!! Love you so much I will forever miss you.
Coach Martin was the kindest person I have ever met in my life. I told my children about him two nights ago not knowing of his passing. I referenced how he coached to save a program that would have failed and at points did it on his own dime!! I will always be truly grateful for him allowing me to follow my pursuit of tennis and being positive influence in my life. I only hope that more people give of themselves as he did and make such a difference. My thoughts will forever be with his family and friends.