The Rev. Adrian Ellis Martin Born Dec. 2, 1916, Oregon, MO to Lula E. and Emil W. Martin. Born into glory, July 22, 1996, with his family at his side. He died of heart failure. Graduate of University of OR, Actor Shakespearean Festival, Ashland, OR, 1939. Journalist before serving the the US Army during WWII. Education officer during the occupation of Japan under General Douglas McArthur for 6 years. Introduced education, 4-H, and PTA programs. Graduate San Francisco Theological Seminary, 1957 and ordained a Presbyterian Minister. There he met his bride to be. Served congregations in Orick-Trinidad and Calistoga, CA. Preached in many pulpits in the Pacific NW. From 1966-1978 he was an Army Education Service Specialist at Fort Lewis. He enabled thousands of soldiers to complete G.E.D.'s, college and advanced degrees. He was a counselor and friend to many a soldier. Served Trinity Presbyterian Church in Tacoma 3 years. Retired as Pastor South Tacoma Presbyterian Church in 1992 after serving 16 years. He was a member of Olympia Presbytery and a commissioner to General Assembly, 1976. Member Seniors on Stage, Lakewood. Graveside service held Wed., at Woodbine Cemetery, Puyallup. A Memorial service to be held Sat., July 27, at DuPont Presbyterian Church, 502 Barksdale, DuPont at 10:30am. He leaves behind his wife of 41 years Rev. Iris W. Martin of Edgewood, brother Dr. Daniel M. Martin (Ann) of Oakland, CA and his life is carried on by daughter, Rev. Joyce M. Emery (Rev. David) of Ringoes, NJ, son, Paul W. Martin (Eileen) of Sumner, Noel S. Martin (Lorie) of Puyallup, and grandchildren, Leah Adam, Benjamin, John Emery and Cody James. Memorial contributions: Cannon Beach Conference Ctr., PO Box 398 Cannon Beach , OR 97110 or DuPont Presbyterian Church. We love you, Daddy! Pub Date: 7/24/1996 Tacoma News Tribune