David L. Martin, 88, of Worthington, passed away peacefully at 5:55 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at IU Health Hospice House (Redcrest) in Bloomington. From his beginnings at home in Worthington, where he was born on May 31, 1938, to the family and working life he built, David's story was rooted in family, hard work, and an appreciation for life's simple pleasures. He was the son of Shelva and Freda (Rednour) Martin.

A graduate of Coal City High School, David began his working career at Heatherington Burner. He later worked at Midwest Tank and Manufacturing before joining three partners in 1979 to establish Sanjo Steel, a steel manufacturing company. He helped build the business before retiring in the late 1990s. David also served in the Army Reserve.

David enjoyed being outdoors, whether he was fishing, hunting, or simply spending time outside. A game of cards, a visit with others, and time spent with his family were among his favorite ways to spend a day. These everyday moments - sharing conversation, gathering around a card table, and being together - were an important part of the life he enjoyed.

He shared 51 years of marriage with his devoted wife, Barbara A. (Engelhardt) Martin, who survives him. He also leaves behind his children, Lura (Jerry) Lawson, Marilyn (Jerry) Jeter, Dean (Dena) Martin, and Susan (David) Gallagher; six grandchildren, Daniel (Gina) Lawson, Sara Dawn (Marshall) Shelley, Edan (Cooper) Banning, Ande Martin, Nathan Gallagher, and Andrew Gallagher; two great-grandchildren, Eli Shelley and Kimber Shelley; his sister, Wilma Collins; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers, Loren, Hoyt, Warren, James, and Richard Martin.

His family will carry forward memories of time spent together, the pleasure he found in the outdoors, and the familiar conversations and shared moments that made him part of their lives.

Visitation will be held at Welch & Cornett Funeral Home in Worthington, of Walton Funeral Service, on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

Visitation will resume at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 1977 S State Rd 135, Greenwood, IN on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the time of funeral service at 1:00 PM. Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or IU Health Hospice House.

Online condolences may be shared at www.welchcornett.com.