Leslie Carl Martin Jr.

Leslie Carl Martin Jr., 84, of Dayton passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025. He was born on November 15, 1940 in Dayton, OH, to Leslie Carl Martin Sr.(Covington, KY) and Camilla Frances Brent (Springfield, OH).

He graduated from Fairview HS in 1958. Growing up, Les enjoyed playing basketball, football, and spending time with his siblings and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Irene "Nanny" Martin; brother, Keith Martin; and aunt, Ruth Martin.

Survived by daughters, Leslie Ann Thomas (Scott), of Beavercreek, OH and Amy Sue Gray, of Miamisburg, OH; step-son Chris Porter, of Kettering, OH; sons, Eric Kain, of Texas and Michael Martin (Jennifer), of Florida; sister, Linda Martin O'Neal, of Kettering,OH; brothers, Charles T. Martin(Lois), of Santee, CA, Timothy C. Martin (Lazelle) of Clovis, CA, and Michael L. Martin (Sandy), of Miamisburg, OH; ex-wife and lifelong friend Sondra "Sue" Martin (Breitenstein); special neighbors and friends, Lisa and Mike; nieces, Tracy, Tina (Chris), Pam (Pitoy), Christine (Tom), Angela (Dave), Danielle (Josh), and Andrea (Justin); nephews, Kelly (Stephanie), Michael, Tim (Amanda), Barry, and Jeff; great nieces and nephews, Abby, Emily, Christopher, and Anthony; grandchildren, Chris Schwieterman (Lindsay), Zach Schwieterman (Kyle), Sarah Schwieterman, Sam Schwieterman (Abby), Alyssa Thomas, Amanda Trantanella (Robert), Alex Gray (Natalie), Joey Gray (Julia), Josh Gray, Mike Porter (Angela), Cody Porter, Emily Kain, Tanner Kain, Brittany Martin, Corbin Martin, and Ember Martin; great grandchildren, Noah, Colt, Bentley, Kate, Bryn, Emily, Blair, Anna, Josie, Jaelynn, Vincent, Marlee, and Roman.

Grandpa Martin enjoyed laughing with the grandkids, reading History books, taking care of his yard, sharing stories and favorite sayings, and watching old movies. He will be remembered, loved, and missed by his family. Rest in Peace, Dad.

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Centerville Post Acute Memory Care Unit and Ohio Hospice Care for their kindness and compassionate care.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 from 10 am to 11 am at Newcomer Centerville Chapel (820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Dayton, OH 45459). Funeral service will begin at 11 am. Burial will follow in Miami Valley Memory Gardens in Centerville, OH.

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