Age 64, Luray, Va.
Paul Vincent Martin, 64, of Luray, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on January 3, 1961, in Ireland and was a son of the late John Joseph “Jack” Martin and Maura Mallin Martin.
During his childhood Paul lived in the Irish coastal town of Malahide as well as Dublin. He also lived in the Scottish Highlands in Glendaruel and Dunoon. His parents were hoteliers and stationers.
Paul was a veteran of the United States Navy and Air Force.
He is survived by his wife, Yasmine Mendez-Martin. He was a loving and protective husband.
Paul was outgoing and friendly in keeping with his Irish heritage. An adventurer and nature lover — locally he hiked, and explored new sites on road trips with his beloved wife. He enjoyed flying to visit his three favorite islands: Ireland (Erin go Bragh!), Puerto Rico, and Scotland.
His three surviving daughters are Shannon Sampson, Katherine Fuller and Angelica Melville.
A memorial service will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, at the Bradley Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior to the service, from 2 to 3 p.m.
Dad you will missed by many. I have learned more things recently that sadden me and just wish I could give you a hug and tell you it’s okay. Thank you for all the warnings you sent me and Katherine we didn’t believe any of it until it all came true which shows your a fighter, even in death to let us know things. The grandkids miss you and send love. You were a great protective grandfather to all 6 of your grands.
Dad, I am so proud to have got to be your daughter. I wasn’t ready for you to leave me. I dont want to let go. You were a great dad a wonderful grandfather and I only hope I get to make you proud and laugh when you look down on me