Paul Vincent Martin

Paul Vincent Martin, 64, of Luray, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.

He was born on January 3, 1961, in Ireland and was a son of the late John Joseph “Jack” Martin and Maura Mallin Martin. 

During his childhood Paul lived in the Irish coastal town of Malahide as well as Dublin. He also lived in the Scottish Highlands in Glendaruel and Dunoon. His parents were hoteliers and stationers. 

Paul was a veteran of the United States Navy and Air Force. 

He is survived by his wife, Yasmine Mendez-Martin. He was a loving and protective husband. 

Paul was outgoing and friendly in keeping with his Irish heritage. An adventurer and nature lover —locally he hiked, and explored new sites on road trips with his beloved wife. He enjoyed flying to visit his three favorite islands: Ireland (Erin go Bragh!), Puerto Rico, and Scotland. 

His three surviving daughters are Shannon Sampson, Katherine Fuller and Angelica Melville.

A memorial service will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, at the Bradley Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior to the service, from 2-3 p.m.

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