Richard Anthony Martin
September 12, 1949 ~ August 27, 2016
Richard A. Martin, age 66, of Fairfax, Virginia died on August 27, 2016. Beloved husband of Lynn M. Martin; father of Kristin Bunch (Brian) and John Martin (Meg Nicholson); brother of Donna Pence (Arthur), Edward Martin (Vivien Leone) and the late William Henry Martin, Jr. and grandfather of Ethan Richard Bunch. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Mary Lou Martin.
Rick graduated from Virginia Tech with an MBA. He worked in the insurance industry for 33 years and more recently found a job that he loved as a school bus driver for Fairfax County. He was all about family and bringing them together with his wonderfully delicious cooking every Sunday and holiday. He was the most proud GrandPap and was always sharing pictures of his grandson Ethan. He loved watching Manchester United soccer and Redskins football. He was a loyal and generous man, always being the first to lend a hand or offer help in any way he could. He looked forward to his golf outings with his longtime group of friends and their annual trip to Williamsburg. The wine dinner at Pierro's Corner with his wife, sister, and brother-in-law was an event he looked forward to every month. Celebrating New Years's Eve with long-time friends was a favorite tradition. He had a larger than life personality and was loved by many.
Memorial contributions may be made to any charity benefitting special needs children.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Rick graduated from Virginia Tech with an MBA. He worked in the insurance industry for 33 years and more recently found a job that he loved as a school bus driver for Fairfax County. He was all about family and bringing them together with his wonderfully delicious cooking every Sunday and holiday. He was the most proud GrandPap and was always sharing pictures of his grandson Ethan. He loved watching Manchester United soccer and Redskins football. He was a loyal and generous man, always being the first to lend a hand or offer help in any way he could. He looked forward to his golf outings with his longtime group of friends and their annual trip to Williamsburg. The wine dinner at Pierro's Corner with his wife, sister, and brother-in-law was an event he looked forward to every month. Celebrating New Years's Eve with long-time friends was a favorite tradition. He had a larger than life personality and was loved by many.
Memorial contributions may be made to any charity benefitting special needs children.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Lynn and family, I want to pass along how sorry we are to hear of Richard’s sudden passing. Richard was well liked by all of his family. Now he and Uncle Johnny can work, fish and go out on the boats together. God bless each of you. Aunt Mildred and girls
Lynn, Kristin, John and Family, I feel quite blessed to have gotten to know Rick and will cherish always our friendship. I was so looking forward to Rick and I sharing being granddads to Ethan. I will miss that so very much. Lynn, please let Andrea and me know if we can do anything to help in your time of need. Our door is always open to you. Love, Darryl and Andrea
We will miss our long time neighbor and friend. Couldn’t have picked a nicer man to live next door for 22 years. I will miss the long talks on the bench in the garage, especially when we solved the world’s problem. It was great when we convinced Rick to join our golf group and the twice annual trips. Rick was a great addition to the bunch. Although he was an insurance person among the plumbers and fitters in the group, he was loved and respected. God bless you, Rick.
Dickie and I have known each other since we were 2 years old. Whether we were playing football,kick-the-can or walking to Westover, we always had fun. After I moved to AZ and began my yearly pilgrimages back to Virginia, he always loaned me a car , even equipping it with a clothes-bar, to help with my many items. I will miss our long conversations. He loved his family so much and never tired of telling me about Ethan’s latest feat of greatness. I will miss him beyond words. God bless his dear family and countless friends who are dealing with this unexpected, sad,sad passing. I love you, Dickie……my dear surrogate brother and lifelong buddy.
Rick was one of kindness people we had pleasure of knowing. He always only had kind words for all, always willing to lend helping hand.Lynn and family please know you are in our hearts and prayers during this time and always. He will be missed.
As my next door neighbor for over 15 years, Rick provided friendship and helped any way he could. Godfather of my youngest daughter, I hope Rick finds peace in the here after.
We are so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. We will miss seeing him out there mowing the yard, blowing the snow, and driving his school bus. He has been a great neighbor. Our sympathies to Lynn and the family. We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Clayton and Claudia Bonnell
David and I grew up with Rick (Dickie) in Arlington. We were in the same class at St. Ann’s School and at Washington-Lee High School. We also enjoyed wonderful summers at Powhatan Springs pool in Dominion Hills neighborhood on the swim and dive teams. Dickie was a genuine and caring person. I am happy, honored to hold thoughts of him in my heart. We send sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Martin family and friends. We believe that your dear memories of Rick will comfort and bless you.
Dear Lynn and family, it’s with a heavy heart that we meet/converse. We feel your pain and wish you comfort in these trying times. Regards, and peace to you and the family, Alan