William-Ernesto Martin

William-Ernesto “Bill” Martin of Bolton, MA passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024, with his family lovingly by his side. 

Bill was born on December 28, 1970, to devoted parents William and Laura Martin of Andover, MA.  

He is survived by his daughter, Neve Martin, whom he affectionately called “Bucko,” his beloved partner Michelle Morey Nelken, and bonus sons Jack and Ryan Nelken; younger brother John Martin and his wife Tara of Brookline, MA; his dear friends Jeff and Lyndsey Valcourt and their children Nick and Olivia of Westford, MA; his three dogs Alta, Emme, and Lexi; and several cousins and other dear relatives.

Bill was a fun-loving, kind, and caring man who enjoyed skiing “super fast” and making people laugh. He loved adventures. His travels included skiing all over the US (especially enjoying the back bowls), but perhaps his favorite destination was in Newport, RI surfing, bridge jumping, eating, and spending quality time with the Fab Five Fifth Ward gang.

Forever allergic to anything remotely healthy or green, Bill enjoyed a good pizza “not too doughy and not too sweet” or a juicy burger followed by a nice cannoli.

Bill had an enormous, generous heart and wonderful sense of humor. He could captivate any audience with his entertaining stories and jokes. He was loyal, witty, brave, and full to the brim with optimism.

Bill was known for his competitive spirit and timeless words of wisdom, including “If you’re not first you’re last” and “Go get ‘em!” To many, he will be remembered as the most successful youth soccer coach that Littleton has ever seen. Fans at ski races and hockey games will always remember his outspoken cheers for his three favorite players Neve, Jack, and Ryan.

To know Bill was to know his family. Bill was in constant competition with Jack over who was the tallest member of the household, and he loved to practice front flips with Ryan at the pool. He was the utmost proud of the boys’ accomplishments and their bright futures. Michelle was his rock, his “cutie,” and his favorite person whom he loved deeply. Their love for one another was one of a kind, and the family they created together was irreplicable. She provided unconditional support for Bill and his loved ones through the hardships in the past year and a half. Neve, whom Bill touted as “his greatest accomplishment,” shared hundreds of ski days, beach trips, and car rides together that created forever memories filled with lots of laughter. He truly embodied what it meant to be the world’s best dad.

Bill will be forever missed by all who knew him. His energetic kind spirit will live on in all our hearts. 

Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of life, which will be held at the Andover Country Club in Andover, MA on Saturday, April 13th from 12pm to 4pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Massachusetts General Hospital Elizabeth and Michael Ruane Center for Endocrine Tumors: https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate/?re_fund=212761&donation_designated=Y&donation_designation=Endocrine%20Tumor%20Center%20Fund.

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