Matthew B. Martin, Sr., age 83 of Paris, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was born in Canton on September 15, 1941 to the late James Martin and Dorothy McDonald. Matthew was self-employed painter, retiring in 2008. He was member of The Roman Catholic Parish of St. Gabriel in Minerva and a huge animal lover.

Along with is parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Sherry Dean and Betty King; and brothers Frank, Chuck, and James (Gigi) Martin. Matthew is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Bonita (Dovidio) Martin; children Mark Martin and Matthew Martin, Jr.; and brother Rick (Nona) Martin.

Family and friends will be received at the Rossi Family Funeral Home on Monday, December 30, 2024 from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Funeral services will begin in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m., with Rev. Fr. Victor Cinson as celebrant. Interment to follow at North Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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