Air Controlman CPO Martin retired from the Navy in November 1997 after 20 years of active service.  Military Awards include: Navy Achievement Medal (2); Navy Commendation Medal (2); Navy Expeditionary Medal (3); Meritorious Unit Commendation; Good Conduct Medal (4); National Defense Service Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (3); Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (4); Expert Pistol Shot Medal; Enlisted Warfare Specialist; Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist.