Paul J. Martin, Jr. 86 of Lehighton died Saturday September 27, 2014 in Mahoning Valley Nursing & Rehab. He was the former husband of Gloria Martin of Slatington. Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Paul, Sr. and Violet (Stahler) Martin. Paul served in the US Navy & Marine Corps. He worked in the shipping and receiving department for Tarkett Floor Covering.
Survivors: Daughter; Brenda Bruchak and companion Mitch Jones of Slatington. Son; Terry Martin of Slatington. Grandchildren; Christine Martin, and Ariel Bruchak Sly. Great Granddaughter; Meadow Sly. Sisters; Shirley wife of Arthur Palaez, Patricia wife of Bruce Fronheiser both of Palmerton, and Joan wife of Richard Knerr of Texas, Brother; Larry Martin and wife Denise of Northampton. Companion; Carol Heffelfinger of Danielsville. He was pre-deceased by sisters Betty and Dolores, and a brother John.
Services: Private, No Calling hours. Arrangements Harding Funeral Home, Slatington.
Contributions: Can be made to funeral home to help defray costs.

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