Marcus “Marc” L. Martin, former youth football coach in Martin, died Wednesday, March 25, at the age of 48.

He was born in Greenville, Pa., to David and Martha Martin. He was a 1989 graduate of Reynolds High School and joined the United States Army, landing him at Fort Polk, La, where he met his future bride and best friend of 29 years. He continued to work as an aircraft mechanic and safety inspector in support of Fort Polk’s aviation operations.

As a longtime resident of DeRidder, La., Marc was a jack of all trades and asset to all he worked alongside. His determination to succeed carried him and his family through six states finally settling down in Atascocita, Texas, where he went on to continue a successful career as an industrial communications engineer with FreeWave Technologies.

Anyone who met him knew of his passion for football, mainly the Pittsburgh Steelers and LSU Tigers. He was a huge Ford fan and had the best sense of humor..

He is survived by his very loving wife of 26 years, Terri (Hopkins) Martin and their two children, Connor and Caycee Martin of Atascocita, Texas; his sister Tammy (Tom) Plummer of Greenville, Pa; his parents, David and Martha (Stevenson) Martin of Greenville, Pa; along with several nieces and nephews, and many other family members.

A memorial service will be held at a future date and time.