MARTIN, Kenneth Edward (Ken)

Ken was born July 14th, 1932 in Los Angeles California, and passed away December 29th, 2012 in Mesa, AZ at the age of 80. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Charlotte Martin, 5 children, 11 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and his beloved cat Tiffany. He spent his life traveling, golfing, reading, drinking good wine, enjoying exotic foods, adoring his large group of friends, and entertaining all with his wit and charm. He lived a life full of wonderful stories and surrounded himself with people worthy of hearing them. He was an honored veteran, entrepreneur, and government marketing specialist with Canon. A memorial service was held in his honor on Thursday January 3, 2013 at Falconer Funeral Home, 251 W Juniper Ave, Gilbert AZ Following the service a celebration of his life was held at the Gold Canyon Golf Resort 6100 S Kings Ranch Road, Gold Canyon AZ For those interested in making a donation in Ken's name, the family requests that it be to the American Cancer Society designated to breast cancer research.