Martin Eugene Maples passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2012. He is survived by his wife, partner, and main squeeze of thirty-six years, Sarah A. Liddle, of Shawsville, VA. The son of Bobbie Maples and the late Charles Maples of Lexington, KY, he was born 9/12/49 into the life of a military family and all that that encompassed. He always had an encouraging word if you were down, helpful advice if you needed it, and a warm and welcoming smile. Because of the suddenness of Martin’s passing, a celebration of a life well lived, will be planned for spring 2013. Sarah requests that contributions be made to one of these organizations: the Central VA Post Polio Support Group, 14606 Talleywood Ct, Chester, VA 23831; the Blue Ridge Music Makers Guild, 7197 Floyd Hwy S., Willis, VA 24380-4025, of which Martin was a founding member, or the Shawsville Ministerial Asso. Food Pantry, PO Box 248, Shawsville, VA 24162, where he volunteered. We miss him terribly, and the world is much diminished without him. As his journal entry from 4/30/12 states, “We do have to continue in faith, patience and grace.” Online condolences may be made by visiting www.milwardfuneral.com
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