Phoenix, AZ - Charles "Buddy" Richardson Martin, Jr, 45, died Monday, February 14, 2011 at his home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 22nd, at 11:00 AM at Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Chris Aydlett officiating. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Wilmington, NC.
A graduate of Jacksonville High School, Davidson College, and UNC- Chapel Hill, Buddy was a Doctor of Pediatrics. He had two practices in Arizona; Southwestern Pediatrics in Phoenix and in Maricopa.
Survivors include his beloved daughter, Amiah; parents, Dr. Charles & Rebecca Martin of Jacksonville; three sisters, Susan Martin Nipper of Jacksonville, Caroline Martin of Atyrau, Kazakhstan and Elizabeth Martin Angell of Durham.
Buddy's tenacity, courage, wit, and intelligence overshadowed any of his physical limitations. He served as an inspiration to others facing challenges in their lives. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Charles R. "Buddy" Martin Jr Memorial Scholarship Fund, benefiting Davidson College and supporting people with physical disabilities, c/o RBC Bank, 2885 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church.Tuesday, Feb. 22nd, 11:00AM at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Wilmington.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 10:00am until the time of the service.