KEVIN LEWIS MARTIN

March 7, 1959 – July 29, 2022

Kevin was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He spent many years as an oilfield mechanic. Prior to that, Kevin worked as an auto & tire mechanic at Taylor Tire & Brake. Whatever work Kevin was doing, he did with perfection. Kevin was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. Over the years he spent countless hours supporting his team by watching the games and collecting endless Bills memorabilia. Kevin fell in love with Hawaii when he began attending the NFL Pro Bowl games. He would fly to be with friends from all over the country to watch the games, and he also met countless NFL players while on Oahu. Kevin is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Joyce. He is also survived by his mother (Shirley Reynolds-Martin); his father and stepmother (James & Shirley Martin); sister & brother-in-law (Julie & Dennis Pounds); sister (Lori Hoyt); stepbrother & sister-in-law (Mike & Christie Ford); stepsisters (Diane Ford, Linda Ford-Cowan); numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Hansa and staff. Special thanks to Terri Areyan, Vinny Rai and all the wonderful staff at Traditions Hospice for the compassionate and excellent care they provided. Service Details: Saturday August 20 11:00 a.m. St. Johns Lutheran Church 4500 Buena Vista Road Bakersfield, California 93311 keepitsimplecremation.com

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