John W. Martin, 69, of Hermitage, passed away Friday morning, April 1, 2022, in his home.

Mr. Martin was born December 17, 1952, in Monessen, PA, a son of the late Charles A. and Hannah (Parker) Martin. He was a 1970 graduate of Hickory High School.

Immediately following high school, he worked for the former Donnelly's Golden Dawn, Hermitage. John retired from Wheatland (PA) Tube, where he was employed for many years in the galvanizing department.

John attended Grace Chapel Community Church, Hermitage.

He enjoyed the outdoors, riding his motorcycle, camping, and going to the mountains. John was also a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, NASCAR, and racing.

He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Diane Griffith, whom he married October 5, 1974; a daughter, Michelle L. Martin, Farrell; a sister, Sandra B. Lucas, Brookfield, OH; a brother, Charles R. Martin, Adrian, Mich.; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Osborne.

To honor John's love for dogs, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Humane Society of Mercer County, PO Box 1046, Hermitage, PA 16148.

Calling hours will be 3 p.m. until the time of the service Monday (04/04/2022) in Grace Chapel Community Church, 4075 Lamor Rd., Hermitage, PA 16148. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com

Funeral service will be 4 p.m. Monday, in the church.

Interment: St. Rose Cemetery Mausoleum, Hermitage.