Martin L. DePoy II, affectionately known as “Bud,” passed away surrounded by the legacy of a life defined by family, faith, service, and quiet strength.

He was born on February 15, 1931, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and raised in Portland, Indiana, where he developed the values and sense of purpose that would guide him throughout his life. In July 1951, Bud married the love of his life, Patricia Ann Wilson. Their marriage spanned nearly 68 years until Patricia’s passing in early 2019. Together, they raised four children and built a life centered on family, devotion, and shared experiences.

Bud proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1955. Trained as an Electronics Technician, he was stationed in Naples, Italy, working in submarine communications. His service also afforded him opportunities to travel throughout Europe and North Africa, experiences that fostered a lifelong interest in travel and learning. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and Navy Occupation Service Medal and was honorably discharged in 1955. Following his military service, Bud attended Purdue University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1957. He later pursued postgraduate studies at Clark University and the University of Alabama in Huntsville. His education led to a long and successful engineering career that included positions with Sylvania, Redstone Arsenal, USAMICOM, Sanders Associates, and General Electric. Bud concluded his distinguished career with General Electric in Syracuse, New York, retiring in 1994. Outside of his professional life, Bud had many interests. An engineer by both profession and nature, he possessed an inquisitive mind and a lifelong desire to understand how things worked. He often put his engineering knowledge to use tinkering around the house, designing and inventing solutions to problems large and small. His creativity and ingenuity extended well beyond his work, and he was awarded a number of patents resulting from both his professional career and personal pursuits.

Bud was also active in the Lions Club, coached his sons’ hockey teams, and enjoyed ice skating, swimming, sailing, reading, and playing cards. He was an avid reader of books about World War II and a devoted sports fan. He also had a special affection for the many cats and dogs that were part of the DePoy family over the years–and he rarely turned down a good steak or a bowl of ice cream. A man of deep faith, Bud regularly attended church and read the Bible daily. He also served as a lay minister, sharing his faith and offering support and encouragement to others. His faith remained a constant source of strength and guidance throughout his life. In July 2024, Bud became a resident of the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton N.H., where he enjoyed the companionship and community of his fellow veterans and the caring staff. Bud will be remembered for his intelligence and inquisitive mind, love of family, service to his country, and the quiet, steady way he approached life. His was a life well lived–more than nine decades marked by love, service, faith, and commitment to the people and principles that mattered most to him.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Inez, his beloved daughter Margorie Trombly, and Brother-in-law David Smith. He is survived by his children Martin (Sandra), Samuel (Dana), Cynthia (and Charlie Muzzey) and four grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Larinda and nieces Suzanne and Rebecca. We would like to thank the New Hampshire Veterans Home for the constant care and compassion they showed our dad. Bud will be interred with his beloved wife Patricia in New Hampshire.

Burial is private. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the New Hampshire Veterans Home in his name would be greatly appreciated (www.veteranshome.nh.gov/donate-volunteer/make-gift).

The Cremation Society of NH is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information, visit www.csnh.com