Bradley, Maine - Robert "Bob" E. Martin, 87, died unexpectedly April 17, 2026, at his residence. He was born November 1, 1938, in Old Town a son of Francis and Celia (Ouellette) Martin.

Bob will be remembered for his sense of humor and his fondness for being a practical joker. He and his good friend (friends since First Grade) and brother-in-law, Bob Russell, built and enjoyed their camp on Great Works Stream, naming it Two Bob Camp. He enjoyed hunting, four wheeling, and snowmobiling. He was employed at the Old Town Paper Mill for 34 years through the various owners (PCF, Diamond, James River and Fort James). He was an avid reader and WWII history buff. He and Mary enjoyed their Saturday night get-togethers with friends. He was a communicant of Parish of the Resurrection of the Lord and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had wonderful neighbors in Erica and Shane.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Anne (Russell) Martin; two children, Mark Martin of Topsham and Samantha Ryan and husband, John, of Old Town; grandson, Jonathan Ryan of Old Town; brother, Arthur Martin and his wife, Joyce; two sisters-in-law, Gloria Moreau and husband, Edward, and Jean Everett; brother-in-law, Bob Russell; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by two sisters-in-law, Adele Martin and Lois Russell; and brother-in-law, Bill Everett.

A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Birmingham Funeral Home, 438 Main St., Old Town. Memorial contributions may be made to the Old Town Public Library, 64 Middle St., Old Town, ME 04468.