Leonard David Martin, age 61, passed away September 18, 2021.
Lenny was born in Laramie, Wyoming in 1959. He grew up in Wisconsin, and returned to Laramie to attend the University of Wyoming, going on to found Maverick Real Estate. Lenny was truly a multiskilled, capable man, and loved without measure. He was a devoted father, loved hunting, the outdoors, his horses, and most of all, his grandchildren.
In past years, he was an active Jaycee, black belt, volunteer handyman, and more recently worked with the Albany County Republican party to support election integrity.
He died from complications of Covid and is survived by his father, Ralph Martin of Evanston, his partner of 16 years, Deanna Hurless, children, Melissa (Brennan Cortez), Samuel and Russell, and seven grandchildren.
Memorial services will occur later this year. Gifts in his honor can be sent to the Ark Equestrian Center (www.arkhorses.org).
He will be deeply missed.
13 Comments To "Leonard “Lenny” Martin"
#1 Comment By Loretta Fallace On September 24, 2021 @ 2:12 pm
Deanna, I am so sorry for your loss. My husband Sal and I(especially Sal) spent many hours walking with Lenny on the Greenbelt. We had many great conversations. Lenny was very interesting and loved walking with Elvis. We are privileged to have known such a great guy. Loretta Fallace
#2 Comment By Debbie On September 24, 2021 @ 2:40 pm
My condolences go out to Deanna and all of Lenny’s family. It is hard to believe that he is gone. He was full of life each time I saw him. Bless you all. Rest In Peace Lenny.
#3 Comment By Merri Cook Miller On September 25, 2021 @ 9:00 am
I was in Cheyenne Jaycees and knew Lenny many years ago. Sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace.
#4 Comment By Desiree Sanchez On September 25, 2021 @ 9:08 am
Deanna- sending you all of my love, I am so sorry for your loss, I will be praying for you and your family. Let me know if there is anything I can do!
#5 Comment By Bill Jussila On September 27, 2021 @ 8:15 am
Deanna, We are so sorry for your loss. Remembering when you and Lenny helped us move things back in our cabin after a fire evac. Thanks again and peace be with you. Bill & Carolyn
#6 Comment By Bob Gonzales On September 27, 2021 @ 3:01 pm
Deanna I am so very sorry for your loss, Peace be with you and Lenny’s family.
Bob Gonzales
#7 Comment By Soke Hausel On September 28, 2021 @ 1:47 pm
May God be with you my friend. Amen. Lenny was a very good friend of mine and trained in Shorin-Ryu karate with me for many years at UW. He was promoted to Shodan black belt and after I retired and left Laramie, he was later promoted to Sensei (instructor) and ran the UW Campus Shorin-Ryu Karate and Kobudo Club. I moved away from Wyoming, but for several years, kept in touch with Lenny until relatively recently. I was so shocked to hear he had passed away. Please keep him safe Lord and I will look to see him at the gates of Heaven
#8 Comment By Jim Ohrmund On September 28, 2021 @ 3:15 pm
I knew Lenny from Post 14. We talked fishing and politics. I appreciated the slant he had and I learned from him. Deanna lean on your comrades as it makes both of you stronger.
#9 Comment By Terry Filter On September 28, 2021 @ 7:19 pm
We enjoyed him as a neighbor this comes as such a shock to us.We will miss his “Hi neighbor” and miss seeing him work around his yard. If u need anything Deanna just let us know. Filters
#10 Comment By Gina Mayhan On September 28, 2021 @ 8:46 pm
Deanna…I am so very sorry for your loss. All of us at Department Headquarters are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Lenny was such a good guy. We can all say we have lost a friend.
#11 Comment By Deb French On September 29, 2021 @ 8:35 am
Such a tragic end for a wonderful man. I enjoyed getting to know Lenny while we were in Phoenix. My deepest condolences.
#12 Comment By Terri Jonex On October 7, 2021 @ 7:31 pm
Lenny you always stood as a true patriot, we will miss you so. May you rest in peace.
#13 Comment By Melissa Cortez On May 14, 2022 @ 2:49 pm
Hi Soke ~ thank you for the message.
Please join us to honor his life July 2nd, 2022 at 3:00pm
Reception to follow 3:30p – 5:00p
American Legion Post 14, 417 E Ivinson Ave, Laramie, WY
Please text RSVP to 623.810.0710 by June 15th, 2022