It is with sorrow and gratitude that we mark the passing of Daniel A. Martin of Suring, WI — sorrow at the loss, gratitude for the life.
These pages are a small offering toward a much larger life.
Daniel held deeply to the Lutheran faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
Faith is the language some lives are written in. Daniel's was one.
Daniel A. Martin, age 71 of Townsend, passed away peacefully at home in his chair on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Dan was born on March 10, 1955 to the late Lester and Lila (Rickel) Martin. He graduated from West De Pere High School with the class of 1973. On July 18, 1975, Dan married Marie Van Belkom and the couple were blessed with over 50 years of marriage. He worked for Oconto County for 24 years until retirement. Dan was active in the community in many ways, including serving on the town board and as a member of the Townsend Fire Dept and Lakewood/Townsend Ambulance. He was also an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in Townsend, serving as a long time elder and trustee. Dan loved spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his family, family camping trips, and spending time at the summer trailer. He also enjoyed woodworking, playing cards, traveling, and making booyah for his family. Dan was a talented craftsman who enjoyed volunteering his time, skills, and advice.
Dan is survived by his wife, Marie; daughters, Jenny (Ray Cody) Belanger, Lisa (Josh) Cook, Amy (Tom) Richard, and Kristin (Jake) Collins; grandchildren, Alex, Ben, Molly, Cael, Sophi, Lucee, Eleanor, Eli, Teddy, and Nora; siblings, Carol (Jerry) Wilmet, Gary (Wendy) Martin, Wendy Braun, and Mary Kay Raasch; sisters-in-law, Cathy Martin and Betty Martin. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Les Martin, Paul Martin, and Chuck Martin; brothers-in-law, Randy Braun and Bob Raasch; son-in-law, Pat Belanger.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026 at St. John Lutheran Church in Townsend from 9 am until the funeral service at 11 am with Pastor Howie Neider officiating. Gruetzmacher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.
