William Ray Martin

William “Bill” Ray Martin
May 8, 1954-September 12, 2012

William “Bill” Ray Martin, 58, auto mechanic, of Bertram, TX was born on May 8, 1954 at Hendrick Memorial Hospital in Abilene, TX. He died on Wednesday, Sept 12, 2012. He was involved in an auto repair accident in his garage.

He is survived by daughters Renae (TJ) Adair of Florence, TX, Monica (Eric) McLeod of Manor TX, grandchildren Lorelei Adair, Cheyenne, Shelby and McKenna McLeod. Father, Robert Martin of Austin TX, brother Robby Martin of Bertram, TX, sister Debra (David) Kasper of Pflugerville TX and Debra Smith (reunited Lanier High School sweetheart) of Pflugerville TX.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Lill Martin.

Nieces and nephews Jeremy (Kelly) Martin, Josh Martin, Jason (Robin) Kasper, Kara Kasper (Mark) Moellenberg, great nieces and nephews Staci, Michael & Isaac Martin, Mackenzie & Elizabeth Kasper and Mia & Kayla Moellenberg.

Bill was involved in the Boy Scouts of America during his youth. He never met a stranger, rarely said the word “no” and loved his horse named Beauty

The family would like to thank the Bertram Volunteer Fire Dept. and EMS for their efforts.

A memorial will be held Sunday, September 30, 2012 from 3:00-5:00 pm at the Iron Star Hall, 330 N. Lampasas St., Bertram TX.