PORT ALLEGANY — Mervin Lee Martin, 78, of Smethport, formerly of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully Thursday (March 26, 2026) at Sena-Kean Manor.

Born June 30, 1947, in Lancaster, he was a son of Henry Sauder and Barbara G. Smith Martin.

Mervin was a retired dairy farmer and spent his life working with cattle and equipment. He enjoyed being outdoors and hunting. Mervin attended Birch Grove Mennonite Church in Port Allegany.

Surviving are four children, Tanya (Charles) Baldwin, Collin (Jamie) Martin, Tracy (Courtney) Biel and Kelly Martin; two grandchildren, Cody (Meg) Martin and Kelsey (Ethan) Mix; a great-granddaughter, Josie Mix; a brother, Carl (Gloria) Martin; two sisters, Joyce (Tony) Robles and Doris Mebs; and nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents.

There will be no viewing and interment is private.

Arrangements are under direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow St. Online condolences may be expressed at olneyfoust.com.