Walter H. Martens

Walter H. Martens, 89, of Kankakee, formerly of Grant Park, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at Riverside Medical Center. He was born February 24, 1930 in Grant Park the only son of Arthur and Margaret Martens. He was a farmer and served in the U.S. Army. Walter is survived by his 3 sons, Wesley and Amy Martens of Grant Park, Thomas and Steffany Martens of Bourbonnais, and Robert Martens of Bradley; 6 grandchildren, Michael Martens, Luke Martens, Lauren Martens, Kelly Martens, Staci Anderson, and Justin Martens; 4 great grandchildren, Nathaniel, Benjamin, Christian, and Charlotte Anderson. He is proceeded in death by his 1st wife, Shirley Martens and his 2nd wife, Carol Crabb; a daughter, Mary Suszycki, and his parents. Walter was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Grant Park. He enjoyed fishing and goose hunting. Visitation will be at Zion Lutheran Church in Grant Park on Monday, February 17, 2020 from 9 a.m. until the funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Cory Estby. Burial will follow at Zion Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.