Clarence Douglas Martin, age 80, of Anderson, SC, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at Rainey Hospice House.

Born May 18, 1943, in Iva, SC, he was the son of the late John Martin and Lillie Mae Bruster Martin. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Lee Waymon Martin and John Martin, Jr., and a sister, Levia McAlister.

Clarence worked at Northland Cable as the manager of cable operations. A veteran of the United States Army, he served during the Vietnam War and received a purple heart during his service. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time. He loved the Lord, his church, and his family with all his heart. His family was the light of his life, including most recently his great-grandson, Finnley.

He is survived by his wife, Hazel Jannette "Jean" Fleming Martin; a daughter, Shannon Martin (Byron) Berry; grandchildren, Anna Kate (Phillip) Myers and Payton Berry and a great grandchild, Finnley Myers all of Richmond, VA.

The family will receive friends Monday, April 15, 2024, from 12:30 pm until 1:45 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm in the McDougald Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Silvey officiating. Burial will be at M.J. Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:00 am with Campbell Patriots rendering military honors.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vets Helping Vets Anderson, P.O. Box 265, Anderson, SC 29622.