Attica – Norman L. Martin, age 79, a life long Fountain County resident and farmer, died in his home on the family farm, following a lengthy illness, 7:00 a.m. Sunday, June 25, 2017. He was born in Lafayette on March 3, 1938 son of the late Robert and Evelyn McKnight Martin. He married Judy Richey, who survives, June 14, 1957 and they just celebrated their 60th anniversary.

Norman was a 1956 graduate of Richland Township High School, he attended Purdue University and sang with the Purdue Glee Club with his brother Charles. After a year of Purdue, Norman decided to return to the family farm where he was actively involved until his health declined. He served on the Fountain County Council for 30 years, a member of the Masonic Lodge where he had served as a Past Master and he was a long time member of the Attica Eagles. Norman enjoyed golfing as well as a good game of 'poker'. He began fishing in Little Shawnee Creek, which winds through their farm as a little boy. He enjoyed yearly fishing trips to Canada and Florida with family and friends until his health prevented it in 2016. Norman 'farmed to fish', even though the seasons over-lapped.

Surviving along with his wife Judy, are: a son Gary Martin of Attica, twin grandchildren, Matt Combs and Mandy Burris. Son-in-law Tom Combs also survives. He was preceded in death by, his parents, daughter Brenda Martin Combs, brother Charles and sister Barbara.

Norman's family will greet guests, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 30, 2017 with a service beginning at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate. A private family inurnment will take place in Green Bay Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Attica Eagles or Masonic Lodge of Hillsboro. Visit us online at www.familyandfriendsfh.com to leave a condolence or share a memory.