Laurence J. Martin, beloved husband of Lorna J., nee Dowling; loving father of Lawrence J. Jr. (Deborah), Julia (Henry) Tyrpin, Thomas (Christine), Daniel (Kim) Hofeld, Paul (Kathleen), Richard Hofeld, Timothy and Melissa (Robert) Radek; cherished grandfather of Mia, Jacob, Benjamin, Rachel, Nicholas, Alvina, Rebecca, Joseph and Olivia; son of George and the late Margaret; beloved brother of Robert (Rita) and Therese Knox; brother-in-law of Dennis (Frances) Dowling; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of Chicago Board of Trade. Visitation 1 until 9 p.m Thursday. Funeral Friday, 9:15 a.m. from John Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, to St. Alexander Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Assoc. or American Diabetes Assoc., would be appreciated. 708-361-4235.
