Richard B. Martin

In Loving Memory of Richard Brian Martin

Born: July 19, 1935 – Hartland, Maine

Passed: January 9, 2026 -- Marshfield, Massachusetts

Richard Brian Martin, 90, of Marshfield, MA, passed away peacefully Friday, January 9th, 2026.

We remember Richard as a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished member of his community. His journey through life was marked by dedication to his family, his service to his country, and his commitment to shaping lives through education/ public service.

Born to Clyde and Corinne Martin, Richard was the eldest of five siblings—Roger, Bayne, Marilyn, half-brother Elbert Duncan, and half-sister Ann Provost. His early years in Maine shaped his love for outdoors and athletics, which remained constant throughout his life. Richard graduated from Hartland Academy in 1953 and played on a talented Hartland Academy baseball team that went to the Maine state finals in 1952.

His service to the United States began in the Army from1954-1956 and his highest rank was Specialist 4. Supported by the GI Bill, he pursued higher education at the University of Maine, earning both a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in education—foundations that would guide his successful career.

For 33 years, 1965-1998, Richard worked with the Department of Labor, helping to uplift communities through the Job Corps program, which provided training and vocational skills. His career culminated in serving as the Boston Regional Director, a role in which his passion for mentorship and development truly shone.

After Job Corps, Richard was the Veterans Officer for the Town of Marshfield, Massachusetts, until his retirement in 2010. His work resulted in increased veteran signups for all entitled benefits, organization of overseas food shipments to soldiers during the Afghanistan War and publication of the Marshfield Bugle newsletter.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Richard was a lifelong learner and adventurer. He found joy in saltwater boating and fishing, capturing the beauty of nature through photography, and spending quiet moments lost in the pages of a good book. He valued community, serving on the Marshfield School Committee from 1974 to 1977 and as a dedicated member of the North Community Church in Marshfield. He loved Boston sports, and was a long-life Red Sox fan. His favorite player was Ted Williams.

Richard is survived by his sons Brian D. (Elaine) Martin of Port Orange, FL, Andrew A. (Meghan) Martin of Lewes, DE and Terry H.(Jan) Martin of Marshfield, MA, his grandchildren, Dan (Rhea) Martin of West New York, NJ, Emily Martin of Lewes, DE, Rose (Colby) McGinn, of Shrewsbury, MA , Kennan Martin, of Storrs, CT, Sydney Martin of NY, NY and Jarred Martin of Boston, MA, and his great grandchildren Cyril and Cadell Martin of West New York, NJ. He is also survived by his former wife and lifelong friend, Lois P. Cross, with whom he shared four children.

He is predeceased by his second wife Martha Martin, beloved son Timothy Perkins Martin, parents Clyde and Corinne, and his siblings Elbert, Bayne, Roger, Ann, and Marilyn.

The family would like to thank the management, Wellness team, and the staff from the Village at Proprietor’s Green for caring for him in his final months.

A gathering and memorial service in his honor will be held on January 30th at 10:00 AM at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean Street in Marshfield, followed by a reception at Mia Regazza Restaurant, also in Marshfield.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marshfield Community Christmas, by mail to P.O. Box 713, Marshfield, MA 02050, and Project One Veteran at a Time, online at: https://www.projectovat.org/ - two causes close to his heart.