William A. Martini, Sr., 85, of Alexandria, died November 27, 2018 at Sunrise of Springfield. He was born January 1, 1933 to the late Thomas P. and Geneva A. (Zehring) Martini. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Phillip and Robert Martini. He is survived by his children, Deborah L. Willett (Edward), William A. Martini, Jr. (Patricia), Thomas T. Martini, Paul T. Martini (Sharon), and John F. Martini (Andrea); grandchildren, Danitta, Tripp, Alicia, Angela, Renee, Michelle, Melissa, Michael, and Deanna; and great grandchildren, Colby, Owen, Malley, JJ, Kaylynn, Declan, and Hailey.
Mr. Martini served in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1953 aboard the USS William Seiverling (DE-441) during the Korean war. Upon honorable discharge from the service, he became an HVAC technician and later began his own business. He was a long time member of the Old Dominion Boat Club, and The Eagles Club of Alexandria. He was affectionately referred to as the “Governor of Mount Comfort Cemetery”, where he volunteered for many years and made connections with visitors by handing out candy.
The family will receive friends from 10am to 11am, Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron St. Alex. VA 22314. A Life Celebration Service will begin at 11am, followed by interment at Mount Comfort Cemetery, Alex. VA.
811 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA 22314
12/08/2018
10:00am - 11:00am
Hello all,
We are so very sorry to hear of Uncle Billy’s passing. Its broken our hearts so we know what it has done to you all. Its like an ERA that is gone and can’t get it back.
We talk about him all the time. We’ve always reminisced about the day we spent with him. We had such a good time that day. He loved to tell his jokes and OMG his candy. He was better then the corner store, remember on Bellefonte and Jeff Davis?
We loved him and we too know how missed he will be.
Jenny
Melissa & Michael and Martini Family,
Sending Our love and prayers on the passing of poppa martini! I so miss our old talks poppa and all your Ratt pack music playing around the house. But most of all thank you for teaching me how to make that famous rigatoni! I love you and when you see my parents Nanny & Sylvia give big hugs!
Love Victoria & Hl Frazier
My condolences to the family. I loved your father dearly. He had the biggest heart I’ve ever known. I remember on New Years Eve strike of Midnight he would mske sure everyone, especially is kids and we would all go outside and beat the pots and pans and yell “happy New Year’s from the Martini’s” over and over again. There are so many things that I’m gonna miss about your Dad, my Uncle Billy…I could sit and listen to his stories for hours. I don’t think that there was a person he did not know. He will forever be in my heart, my thoughts and prayers. I feel your pain and emptiness. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.
I’m sending my condolence’s and prayers to uncle Billy family. So sorry to hear about your lost. I was just telling my nephew PJ that we have to go and see uncle Billy. I always remember his jokes, his truly going to be miss. R.I.P Uncle Billy!
Dear Debbie, Billy, Tommy, Paul and John. I was so saddened to hear the news of your father passing. Uncle Billy was a wonderful person, and ALWAYS smiling. I remember the ‘holiday drink-a-thons’ your Dad and my Dad would share together…..some great memories. You were blessed to have such a great father in your lives. Patty and I offer our most deepest sympathy during this challenging time. Have faith and solace, that your Dad, Uncle Billy, is now in a much better place.
Love,
Patty and Jim Bruffy
Ervin and I send our love and prayers to all the family on the passing of your father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Billy was such a kind hearted cousin to many of us. He was always soo happy and loved to joke around making you laugh. Billy will be greatly missed!
Love,
Ervin and Rita