Mr. Daniel Edward Martin of Albany, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the Medical Center of Albany, Kentucky, having attained the age of 76 years, 2 months, and 11 days. He was born in Honesdale, Pennsylvania on Friday, January 20, 1950, the son of Robert Martin & June Della (Perry) Rogan, and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Gertrude Amelia Martin and Daniel Martin. Mr. Martin was of the Christian faith and faithfully attended Maupin Church in Clinton County, Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the United States Marines, attaining the rank of Private First Class, and later retired from the Pennsylvania State Police. He was also a member of Masonic Lodge Chapter #206 of Albany, Kentucky, reflecting his commitment to fellowship and community, and dedicated his life to service both in the military and in law enforcement. Daniel will be remembered as a man of faith, dedication, and quiet strength. His commitment to his country, his community, and his calling reflected a life of honor and integrity. He leaves behind a legacy of service and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew him.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers; Frank Martin, Harold Martin; half-brother, James Logan; grandparents, Gertrude Amelia Martin and Daniel Martin.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Brown) Martin, whom he wed on Saturday, March 19, 2011; children, Danny Martin Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Chris (& Virgina) Martin of Dunedin, Florida, Shannon Martin of Eubank, Kentucky; stepchildren, Angelia (& Rick) Coleman of Albany, Kentucky, Danielle Hicks of Albany, Kentucky, Ashley (& Doc) Hardin of Albany, Kentucky; siblings, Virgina Herzog of Pennsylvania, Essie Griemsman of Smithville, North Carolina; half-sister, Patricia Legin of Raliegh, North Carolina; brother-in-law, Arnold Ray (& Mary Agnes) Brown of Albany, Kentucky; fur-babies, Mugsy, Budrow; thirteen grandchildren, & three great-grandchildren.

The funeral service was conducted on Tuesday April 7, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., in the memory chapel of Campbell-New Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Wells, and Bro. David Stearns officiating. Masonic Rights were given by the Albany Masonic Lodge #206 F&AM, on Monday, April 6, 2026. Burial was in the Maupin Cemetery in Clinton County, Kentucky with Military Honors provided by the DAV Chapter #105 of Monticello, Kentucky. Casket Bearers were Eddie Stearns, Rick Coleman, Thomas Minnis, Doc Hardin, Alan Flowers, Henry Aaron, Arnold Brown, and Chris Martin.

Campbell-New Funeral Home of Albany, Kentucky was honored to be in charge of all the arrangements.