Major Randall Wayne Martin, USAF (Ret.)
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Major Randall Wayne Martin, USAF (Ret.)

  • November 28, 2011
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
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“I am deeply sorry this message is so late as I was just made aware of Randy's passing by an old Cheyenne friend Lance Peterson. My heart and prayers...Read More » ”
1 of 31 | Posted by: Keith Adams - Kingman, AZ

“The words here help my heart and truly speak so well of my brother and everyone who knew him. I miss him forever. I am so glad that he had Kay and...Read More » ”
2 of 31 | Posted by: Karen - Cheyenne, WY - Sister

“Whenever I think about Randy the word "grace" comes to mind. He always had a smile and good word word for everyone around him. Although we didn...Read More » ”
3 of 31 | Posted by: Donita Nelson - Colorado Springs, CO

“Kay and family, I was just reading through the Obituaries on line. I do that about once every two or three weeks. I was shocked to read about...Read More » ”
4 of 31 | Posted by: Justine McNabb - Albuquerque, NM

“Dear Kay and Family, Carol and Cousins, Gary and I send our love and our most sincere condolences and prayers. Memories of Randy have been...Read More » ”
5 of 31 | Posted by: Valerie Miller Hutchison - Denver, CO

“Kay and Family: Pam and I was shocked to hear of the passing of our friend. I have always recognized Randy's committmnet to family, Goad and...Read More » ”
6 of 31 | Posted by: Tom Henley - Bozeman, MT

“Kay and Family: My mom sent me the notice about Randy. I just want you to know that when I think of band in my high school years, I think of you...Read More » ”
7 of 31 | Posted by: Carol Gonsior Loftin - Holladay, UT

“I remember Randy and Kay's loyal and unwavering support at Janelle's volleyball matches at Manzano. There was always a smile and and kind word or...Read More » ”
8 of 31 | Posted by: Carol Barnitz - Albuquerque, NM

“I miss him already. We were there and what a wonderful send off. Eventhough he moved away from home, we always knew he would be home for Holidays...Read More » ”
9 of 31 | Posted by: Karen - Cheyenne, WY - Sister

“Your in our hearts and prayers. ”
10 of 31 | Posted by: Erika and Stephen Bordwell - ND

“Uncle Randy is the most compassionate man I have ever known. I think of him always as I struggle through life to better my spirits and ask myself...Read More » ”
11 of 31 | Posted by: Emily Martin - Billings, MT

“When we were all small, Randy was the one who cared for the little ones. For all of his life, children instinctively knew him to be warm, and...Read More » ”
12 of 31 | Posted by: Rich Martin - Lewisville, TX

“Dear Kay, Carol and all my Martin cousins, I love you all and I loved Randy and always will. He was a pillar in our Family; a Blessing to us all....Read More » ”
13 of 31 | Posted by: Christine Ralston - Lyons, CO

“I am so sorry to read about Randy's passing. What a remarkable man he was and such a pride and joy to his family and friends. He will be greatly...Read More » ”
14 of 31 | Posted by: Virginia Sellner - Cheyenne, WY

“To Kay and all your kids and grandkids - I wish I could have been there to give you a hug today as you were for me when my mom passed away. I am...Read More » ”
15 of 31 | Posted by: Deanna Krug - Cheyenne, WY

“Uncle Randy was the most amazing man that anyone would ever have the privelage to know. He stayed positive through the good and the bad. I loved...Read More » ”
16 of 31 | Posted by: Amber Martin - Billings, MT

“Dear Kay, Jennifer, Janelle, and Jason, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Kay, I feel blessed to have met you and...Read More » ”
17 of 31 | Posted by: Maria Delgado

“My heart just swells up when I think of Randy and the special person he was. My memories go back to Cheyenne in his high school years and beyond. ...Read More » ”
18 of 31 | Posted by: Arnie Betty Johnson - Pahrump, NV

“On behalf of the entire AFD family, we extend our deepest condolences and sincere thoughts, prayers and blessings to the Martin family. Jason, we...Read More » ”
19 of 31 | Posted by: AFD Chaplain Division - NM

“Randy was a gift to to all. Gentle and loving, genuine,fun loving, and patriotic. He honored God, his wife,family and country. He was humble and...Read More » ”
20 of 31 | Posted by: Ginger Williamson - Ruidoso, NM

“The good words spoken about Randy are well chosen. He was a very lovely person. We're glad we got acquainted with him and his beautiful family. ”
21 of 31 | Posted by: Hap and Phyl Chisholm - Tijeras, NM

“We are so glad we had the opportunity to meet Randy. He was a very special man, with a big heart, and gentle sole. I know he will be missed...Read More » ”
22 of 31 | Posted by: Scott and Debbie Roberts - NM

“Although we did not know Randy very well our deepest sympathies go out to his family. Carol, Karen, Frank, Steve, Chris and Dave our thoughts are...Read More » ”
23 of 31 | Posted by: Ben and Kelli Adkison - Cheyenne, WY

“My family had a lot of fun times spent together when I was younger. Jennifer, Janelle and Jason and me and my brothers always had fun when they were...Read More » ”
24 of 31 | Posted by: Katie Stone - Colorado Springs, CO

“I always loved babysitting for Randy and Kay because I always felt so comfortable around their family. Their easy going nature fit in with mine, as...Read More » ”
25 of 31 | Posted by: Tim Nuzum - Albuquerque, NM

“The flag is at half staff The guns will be fired and Taps will be played And the Ranks lessened. You fought a valiant battle, winning...Read More » ”
26 of 31 | Posted by: Don Yeaman - Rio Rancho, NM

“What I loved most about Randy was his smile. Through it all he always kept his smile. ”
27 of 31 | Posted by: Carolyn Allen - Colleyville, TX

“Randy always did and will continue to inspire me to take life as it is.....and make it better. His constant kind gentle spirit was truly the love of...Read More » ”
28 of 31 | Posted by: Lenny Allen - Ruidoso, NM

“Kay and Family My deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. I met Randy at IFFN when I was...Read More » ”
29 of 31 | Posted by: Carol Vallez - NM

“I will never forget that your dad always had a big smile on his face. I remember going over to your house for your graduation bbq in the backyard...Read More » ”
30 of 31 | Posted by: Tami Maggard - Carthage, MO

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we express our deepest condolences. ”
31 of 31 | Posted by: Faith Miner - Albuquerque, NM


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MARTIN - Major Randall (Randy) Wayne Martin, USAF (Ret.), age 56, of Albuquerque, NM, died Monday November 28, 2011 after a courageous fight with Multiple Sclerosis. He was born April 26, 1955 in Laramie, WY to Roy and Carol Martin and grew up in Cheyenne. His father inspired him to earn his Eagle Scout Award. He graduated from East High in 1973 and from the University of Wyoming in 1978. After graduation, he joined the Air Force in which he served proudly for 16 years. Randy married his high school sweetheart, Kay Vondy, on June 20, 1976. During their tours of duty in CA, ND, and ID, Randy and Kay had three children, Jennifer, Janelle, and Jason. In 1984, the Air Force brought them to NM where they made friends that they treasured dearly. He was deeply committed to his family, immediate and extended. In the last 12 years he was proud to be a Grandpa to his three grandchildren. During his Air Force career, Major Martin served as a Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer on the B-52, and an Analytical Scientist for the IFFN and AFOTEC programs, EF-111, F-117, B-2, and F-22 airplanes. During Operation Desert Storm, he "flew" proudly from his computer desk. He retired from the Air Force in 1995 with the rank of Major and continued to be dedicated to God and Country throughout his life. He was a member at St. John's Methodist and later a charter member at Sandia Presbyterian. He was a choir member, deacon, videographer, and a friend. He helped organize Boy Scout Troop 1 and enjoyed many Bible study groups at SPC. He was a visionary, always looking for a way to improve things. He also volunteered at the VA fixing computers. He and Kay enjoyed traveling the country to visit their extended family and friends. The most remarkable thing about Randy was that despite living with MS for 26 years, every day he chose to have a positive attitude. He relied on his faith in God and his own philosophy that "life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it." He will be remembered by his caring heart, gentle spirit, and his contagious smile. Major Randall Martin is survived by his wife of 35 years, Kay; children, Jennifer and husband David, Janelle and husband Jordan, Jason and wife Staci; grandchildren, Brandon, Tyler and Katelyn; his mother, Carol; brothers, Rich and wife Jenny, David, Steve and wife Chris; sister, Karen and husband Frank; nieces, nephews and many other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel Thursday, December 1, 2011 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, December 2, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo Del Norte. Interment will take place Monday, December 5, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National MS Society at www.nationalmssociety.org. or the Boy Scouts of America.