William 'Pete' David Martin

William 'Pete' David Martin, 75, of Manchester, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Nashville Tennessee. He was born August 8, 1949, in Beckley, West Virginia, to the late Albert William and Arlet Wilda (Harvey) Martin. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1968 and was a proud Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He became a member of the American Legion and American Legion Riders. He was also a VFW Bronze Legacy Life member and a DAV life member. His love for his motorcycle allowed him to travel all around the country. Above all, Pete loved everyone in his family and always showed up for all their celebrations. Pete is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Georgia 'George' Sue (Ryan) Martin; daughter, Carrie (Marc) Ball of Norwalk, Ohio; grandchildren, Kailee (Morgan) Flowers, Marissa (Shaun) Marcil, Nolan Flowers, Makilee Ball, and Marc Ball, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Landon, Adalyn, Asher, and Crew; sister, Linda (Barton) Krueger of Medina, Ohio; brother, Garry Martin of Aiken, South Carolina; sister-in-law, best friend, and riding buddy, Bea Ryan; nephews, Matthew (Emily) Krueger and Zachary (Meghan) Krueger; great-nieces and nephews, Julia, Brendan, and Tyler; a million and one cousins; and his Faithful dog, Izzy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Wilda Martin. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 30, 2025, in Waite Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St., Medina, Ohio. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 31, 2025, in the funeral home. He will be laid to rest with Military Honors in Granger-Fairview Cemetery in Granger Township. Online condolences and a place to share memories may be found at www.waitefuneralhome.com