Anderson, SC - Harold Cecil Martin, 89, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home.
Born in Anderson, he was the son of the late Melvin C. and Inez Hilliard Martin. He was a graduate of Boys High School and attended Clemson College. Mr. Martin served in the U.S. Navy and later joined the U.S. Army Reserves, retiring in 1986 with 42 years service. He retired from Southern Bell with 33 years service. He was a member of Hiram Masonic Lodge, Hejaz Shrine Temple, the V.F.W. and was a former member of the Anderson Elks Lodge, B.P.O.E. #1206. Mr. Martin was a member of First Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Betty W. Martin; two sons, Patrick Lansing Martin of Knoxville, TN and Carroll Lynn Martin and wife, Brenda Dianne Martin of Pearland, TX; granddaughter, Courtney Martin Mills and husband, John Henry Mills, Jr; and two great grandchildren, John Henry Mills III and Jada Mills.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Deborah N. Martin.
In accordance with his wishes, no services are planned.
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