Martin Matthew Carver, Jr.

Martin M. Carver, Jr., 90, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020. He was the husband of Agnes (Mullane) Carver.

Marty was born in New London, CT, son of Martin and Bertha (Lasky) Carver. He grew up in New London, CT and was always ready to share the stories of his many fond memories growing up in the area. Marty was a graduate of Chapman Technical High School and Mitchell Junior College. He retired from Dow Chemical, Allyn’s Point, as Purchasing Supervisor.

Marty was a veteran of the Air Force. He was a founding member of the Thames Ski Club in New London and he was very active in local politics in Ledyard where he served as the Chairman of the Democratic Town Committee. Marty enjoyed theatre and dancing. He was often a preferred dance partner at parties and weddings. But most important to Marty was his family. He enjoyed time with his family and vacationing at Cape Cod. He was a dedicated fan of his daughters’ and then his grandchildren’s sports and theater activities. His love and his laughter will live on for his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, Agnes, of 59 years, Marty leaves behind his 2 daughters, Mary E. Greenwood of New Hartford, CT and Patricia Carver Goehring and her husband, Gerald, of Essex, CT; his sister Catherine Harran and her husband, Jerry; his brother William Carver and his wife, June; his grandchildren, Matthew Greenwood, Theresa Goehring, Jeffrey Greenwood, and Andrew Goehring; his step-grandson, Jonathan Greenwood; and his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Calling hours will be Thursday July 30, 2020 from 5 to 7 PM at the Cummings-Gagne Funeral Home, 82 Cliff St. Norwich, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday July 31, 2020 at 1 PM at the Cathedral of St. Patrick 213 Broadway, Norwich, CT.

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