Mr. Bruce Gerald Martin

Bruce Gerald Martin, a revered husband, father, grandfather, educator, coach, fireman, first responder, and counselor, passed away leaving an indelible mark on the lives of many through his multifaceted career and compassionate spirit. Bruce's educational journey was both impressive and diverse, including degrees in Physical Education and Elementary Education, a Master's in Experiential Education, and a Doctorate in Education and Leadership. His extensive knowledge culminated in the creation of a unique communication assessment tool for identifying communication styles, emphasizing his commitment to fostering understanding and effective communication. As a Certified Crisis Intervention Counselor and Certified Adventure-Based Counselor, Bruce demonstrated an unwavering commitment to supporting individuals through challenging circumstances. His professional accolades, such as the MNAPHERD Educator of the Year award and Heart Saver Awards, underscored his impactful contributions across various fields, the latter acknowledging his life-saving interventions as a first responder. As a military father, Bruce was deeply moved to contribute to the welfare of military families. He created and facilitated "Empowering Couples" retreats for the Wounded Warrior Project and "Project Communication" for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. These programs were designed to support resilience in both the soldiers deploying and their families serving from home, reflecting Bruce's understanding of the unique challenges faced by military families. His dedication to sports was exemplified in his successful career as a football and baseball coach, touching lives at all levels, including professional arena football. Bruce's coaching was not just about the games; it was about mentoring, guiding, and inspiring athletes, instilling in them values that extended far beyond the sports field. Bruce is survived by his loving family, including his wife Kathy Martin, daughter Darcy Martin and son-in-law Justin; his son Kyle LaShomb, wife Beth Ann , and their children Annabelle and Chase; his son Joel LaShomb and his children Esme and Caden; his son Keith LaShomb and wife Alexandra; brother Scott Martin, his wife Mary, and their son Charles; and sister Lynn Mulvey, her husband Greg, and their sons Jason and Adam, brother in law Ted Leines and wife Diana. And sister in law Ann Hemming Husband Wayne and sons Sean and Chad and families. Bruce's legacy lives on through them and the countless lives he touched. Bruce Gerald Martin's life was a remarkable tapestry of service, leadership, and kindness, and he will be dearly missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Tributes

Mr. Bruce Gerald Martin

July 10, 1957 - December 8, 2023

Tributes

Mr. Bruce Gerald Martin

July 10, 1957 - December 8, 2023

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