Earl Russell Martin, age 88 of Bradford, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 at his home. Earl was born in Xenia, OH on October 29, 1933 to the (late) Everett & Thelma (Sturgeon) Martin; enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, watching old movies, loved sending greeting cards, and loved his scratch offs, giving him the title of the “Lottery Man!” Preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 56 years, Ida Mae (Murphy) Martin in 2014; brother, Raymond Raines; and two sisters, Pat and Betty. Earl is survived by his two sons, Rusty & Rachel Martin of Bradford, Jeffery A. Martin of Hawaii; two grandchildren, Jeffery Dale Martin of Bradford and Samantha Martin of Centerville; great-grandson, Alexander Martin; brother, Ronald Raines of IN; special niece, Debbie Patrias Ioppolo of MI; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Glen & Mary Murphy of Bradford; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. No Services. Condolences may be left for the family at www.stockerfraley.com.