Steven Joseph Martin

Steven “Steve” Joseph Martin, Age 49, passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones after an unexpected illness on January 13, 2026. He was born on July 12, 1976, in Port Washington, WI. Steve is survived by his loving wife and Beshert of eight and a half years, Diane Marie Martin (nee Last). He was a devoted and proud father to Kayla Rose Martin (Alex Arendt), Alex Daniel Martin, Anakin John Shamrowicz (Rachel Sentkowski), and Anaka Rita Shamrowicz. He is further survived by his loving mother, Angelika Sue Martin (Johnston); his sister Suzanne Marie Martin; and his cherished nephew and nieces, Rolando Rodriguez, Sabrina (Danielle) Gaulke, and Delilah Wantland. Steve is also fondly remembered by many other relatives and friends whose lives he touched. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Elmer Garry Martin. Steve proudly served his country in the Wisconsin National Guard, and the United States Army from October 1996 until his honorable medical discharge in May 2004. During his service, he was deployed in support of the War on Terror in Kosovo. Following his military service, Steve continued his dedication to others by serving his community as a police officer with the South Milwaukee Police Department and the West Allis Police Department. After retiring from law enforcement, Steve found a new professional home with Lupient Kia in Milwaukee, where he became part of a close-knit family and truly enjoyed working alongside the incredible people there. Above all else, Steve loved spending time with his family and friends. He had a deep passion for music, enjoyed reading and horrible bad dad jokes, and found great joy in playing role-playing games shared with those he loved. Steve was known for his caring and compassionate heart, his quick wit, and his lovingly sarcastic sense of humor. His presence brought comfort, laughter, and strength to those around him, and he will be missed beyond measure. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Steve’s name to the Wisconsin Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 1126 South 70th Street #S210A, Milwaukee, WI 53214, or to Wounded Warriors United of Wisconsin, W14743 1st Avenue, Gleason, WI 54435. Funeral services 1 PM Monday, January 19, 2026 at Congregation Sinai, 8223 N. Port Washington Rd., Fox Point. Interment to follow Spring Hill Cemetery, 166 S. Hawley Ct, Milwaukee.

Steven Joseph Martin

July 12, 1976 - January 13, 2026