Donald L. Martin

Donald Lee Martin of North Sioux City, formerly of Sioux City, passed away December 13, 2020. 

No services are planned.  Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel assisted with arrangements.

Don was born August 30, 1929 to Florence (Huntley) and Clifford Martin.  He joined the army at a very young age and fought in the Korean War.  Don earned the Certificate of Merit for Best Member of the Division Artillery Guard and was honored as being the Finest Soldier in the 57^th field artillery battalion on August 12, 1947.

Don married the love of his life, Sherry Burkhart on May 26, 1949.  They were blessed with a wonderful marriage for 65 years.  He enjoyed coaching little league and men’s softball and was an umpire at Hubbard Park.  Don and Sherry enjoyed traveling and spent many winters vacationing in Texas and summers they fished in Minnesota and Canada.  They had two daughters, Shelley and Vikki, for whom he would do anything for.  He was also an amazing grandpa and great grandpa.  Don worked at Stone Container Corp for 37 years.  He retired as Plant Manager.

He was survived by daughters Shelley (Bob) Queen, Vikki (Tim) Jacobs, granddaughters Jessica (Joe) Bousquet, Erin (Cole) Larson and two great grandsons Keb and Nathan Bousquet.  Don was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Katie, Helen and Elaine and brother Gilbert.

Don was a very caring pet owner for many years and loved all animals.  If you wish to make a donation in his name to the Sioux City Humane Society, he will be smiling in heaven.