William S. Martens II Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William S. Martens II of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, born in New Haven, Connecticut, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on October 22, 2024 at the age of 76, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alice Anderson Cocks Martens and Stanton Curry Martens; his sister Katharine Elizabeth; and his daughter Mary Alice Martens-Cotton. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Pelkey (Patty); his children, Robert Martens of York, PA, James Martens (Sarah) of Lititz, PA, Cynthia Martens of Lancaster, PA and Laura Babbitt (Sean); his daughter-in-law Jenny Martens-Cotton; his grandchildren, Gabriella Babbitt, Ryan McClenaghan, Cameron Martens, Callum Cotton, Jackson Martens, Elara Cotton, Aria Slaugh, Carter Martens, Oliver Babbitt, Theo Babbitt and Sawyer Babbitt; his brother Robert Martens of Dallas; and his sister-in-law Ann.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be directed to Hempfield Methodist Church, 3050 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601.