Les Martin

With deep sorrow, we inform you of the passing of Department Historian Les M. Martin of Palmetto, Florida. Les passed away on July 30, 2024, at the age of 76. He is survived by his wife, Harriet Martin, and three sons, Alan, Brian, and Christopher. Details regarding services are not yet available. Updates on the arrangements will be shared via email and on the Department’s website.

Les was a U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam War Era and was a dedicated member of Bradenton Post 24. Over his 44 continuous years with the American Legion, he held numerous leadership positions, including Post Adjutant (1999-2000 and 2002-2003), Post Commander (2000-2002), Post Judge Advocate (since 2023), District Vice Commander (2019-2021), Department Children & Youth Chair (2019-2022), Department Sgt-at-Arms (2022-2024), and Department Historian (since the 2024 Department Convention). On a National level, Les served on the Americanism Council (2019-2022), the Children & Youth Commission (2019-2022), and the Security Council (since 2022)

If you wish to extend your condolences, you may do so through his wife, Harriet Martin, at 309 9th Ave. E., Palmetto, FL 34221-4257.

Please keep Les’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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