Gregory D. Martin

September 8, 1957 - May 10, 2019

Gregory D. Martin, 61, of Findlay, formerly of Wapakoneta, died 7:25 p.m., Fri. May 10, 2019, at his residence in Findlay. He was born Sept, 8, 1957, in Lima, the son of Carl & Barbara Jean (Newland) Martin. His mother, Barbara Jean Norman survives in Wapakoneta. Also surviving is his step-mother, Nancy Martin, Wapakoneta. His father preceded him in death. Other survivors include, his life partner, Jorge Rosario, Findlay, 3 children, Chandra Martin, Wapakoneta, Sean (Jackie) Martin, Wapakoneta, & Shawn Michael Martin, FL, 5 grandchildren, Kristian, Henry, Hudson, Charles & Asia, siblings, Derrick (Connie) Martin, Wapakoneta; Brenda Martin, Wapakoneta; Penny (Keith) Wiseman, Van Wert, OH; Janey Knittle, Van Wert; Carol (Matt) Koenig, Middle Point, OH; Michael (Amy) Martin, Botkins, OH; Jo (Ben) Smith, Wapakoneta; and David (Amanda) Martin, Wapakoneta; numerous nieces & nephews, former wife, Dorothy (Lee) Martin, Wapakoneta, his pet dogs, Winston & Oliver. In addition to his father, Greg was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Vickie McCollum & Paula Roy. Greg worked as a machinist at the Dana Corp., Lima. He was a graduate of Wapakoneta High School. He enjoyed taking care of his dogs, and in later years enjoyed making afghans for his family and friends. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Thurs. May 16, 2019, at the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave, (St. Rt. 501) Wapakoneta. The family will receive family & friends, 4-8 p.m., Wed. May 15, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Hancock Co. Humane Society or the Another Chance Animal Sanctuary, Clyde, OH.