George Martin, 87, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at St. Joseph’s Home and Rehabilitation Center. Born on April 14, 1930, in Borger, TX, he was the son of the late Paul and Inez (Woodruff) Martin. George worked for Outboard Marine Corporation in Waukegan, for 34 years. Prior to his career, he served in the US Army during the Korean War and spent two and a half years in Japan. He was the beloved husband to Ruth (Garvin) Martin for almost 60 years, who survives him. Further surviving George are his daughters, Debra (Eric) Aust and Elaine (Curt) Diesner; grandchildren, Kyle and Kayla Diesner; and a sister, Janet Rice. He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Martin Jr. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph’s Home and Rehabilitation Center, and Hospice Alliance, for all the kind and compassionate care they gave him. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 9th, at St. Therese Catholic Church, 9005-22nd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held prior at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make a contribution to the church in his memory.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign George’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com