Martin R. MacIntyre

Martin Ralph MacIntyre was born November 7, 1932 in Twisp, WA to Ralph and Hilda (Brandt) MacIntyre. Martin graduated from Withrow H.S. and then attended Seattle Pacific University for 2 years, transferring to Washington State University. He worked summers and also during his college years to earn the money to put himself thru college, graduating in 1955 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Farm Mechanics. He was then drafted into the U.S. Army serving 1 year in Aberdeen, MD and at Ft. Riley, Kansas and 1 year in Japan. After receiving an Honorable Discharge, he accepted employment at the Caterpillar Tractor Co. in Peoria, IL. Returning to the state of WA he was employed at the Guenther Machinery Co, in Othello. WA. Later, his father asked him to return and take over the family farm. He worked various jobs to supplement the farm income. He taught himself to play the guitar, and even though he was not comfortable playing for others, he enjoyed many hours entertaining himself with his music. He, with the help of his brother William, remodeled the family farm house. He farmed for many years, and resided on the family farm until moving to Waterville, WA in 2010. Martin went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sept 13, 2011 at Waterville, WA. Martin served his Lord faithfully from the age of 15. Was a Member of the Little Stone Church in Chelan, WA from Oct. 1969 until the present. There he served on the Church Board, both as a member and also Chairman and served several years as a Deacon. He taught Adult S.S. classes for years. He was a Mansfield Volunteer Fireman and served as a Fire Commissioner for 22 years. He also served on the Foster Creek Conservation Board for several years. Martin was a gentle and peaceful man, whose Mother often referred to him as a “peacemaker”. He fit the definition of his name Martin, perfectly. “One who is good looking and clever, always well dressed and looking sharp. Has certain flair to him, from a sly smile to a twinkle in his eye. Has a bold straight forward approach to business, getting the job done well and to the best of his ability.” Those who knew him will remember him as someone who gave generously, not to receive praise, but to bless others and glorify God. As a Christian he was prepared because he knew with complete assurance where he would spend Eternity. One of his favorite verses (he had many marked in his Bible) was Micah 6:8 “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God. Surely God is saying “Well done, My good and faithful servant.” He married “the apple of his eye”, Elsie Rose Eidson, who he called “my wild Irish Rose” on September 5, 1954. He called himself “the Scottish Thistle”. Martin is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elsie, his children 2 sons and 1 daughter, Kevin Lee of The Dalles, OR, Kim Larie Sorensen of Everett, WA. and Kelly Linn of Seattle, WA and his 4 grandchildren, Kyle and Christine MacIntyre and Jamie and Wendy Sorensen. His brother, Robert (Denise) MacIntyre, of Gold Beach, OR, and his sister-in-law, Kathryn MacIntyre of East Wenatchee, WA, and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Also a foster daughter, Joni Sue (Chowning) Klinger and her two children, Christopher and Kelley Sue. He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father, 4 brothers and his Son-in-law, James B. Sorensen. Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 16, 2011 in Chelan, WA at the Little Stone Church. Pastor Gordon Hyde is officiating. Memorials may be made to the Mansfield Museum, Little Stone Church or the charity of your choice. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guest book at jonesjonesbetts.com. Arrangements are by Waterville Funeral Home

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Martin R. MacIntyre

November 7, 1932 - September 13, 2011