Frank Martin, age 76, of Dighton, passed away Feb. 27, 2009 at home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Margaret A. (Monteiro) Martin for 56 years. Born in E. Providence, RI, son of the late Manuel & Caroline Martin. Prior to retiring, Frank worked many years for J&J Corrugated Box Co. as a machine operator. After retiring, he also worked for Fisher Companies Inc. at the farm stand and the bus co. Frank was also a former member of the Taunton Fishing Club.
Besides his wife of Dighton, he is survived by 7 children: Virginia McCrohan of Taunton; Elaine Batista of Oak Hill, FL; Cynthia St.Pierre of Swansea; Pamela Upperman of Dighton; Frank Martin of Somerset; Paula Martin of Rindge, NH; Valerie Martin of Dighton. 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; several half brothers & sisters; & many nieces & nephews. He was the father of the late David Martin.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME 1521 N. Main St. WEDNESDAY at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick Church, Somerset at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery, Somerset. Calling hours TUESDAY 4:00 – 8:00 P.M.