the official obituary
Walter Wynn Martin died February 20, 2006 at the age of 37. Though short, his life was filled with many accomplishments from an early age. During his years at Bellaire High School, he was a medal-winning debater, a member of the National Honor Society, contributing editor for the Three Penny Press and a National Merit finalist. He continued his writing for the Thresher during his years at Rice University where he graduated with a degree in English in 1991. After graduation, his admiration for, and expertise in the life of Theodor Geisel (aka Dr. Suess) resulted in Wynn's teaching the first ever college level course on Dr. Suess at Rice.
He was hit by a car at age 7 permanently injuring his leg, which rendered him unable to participate in sports, dancing or many physical activities. In spite of this, his strong spirit persevered and he made it his mission to help others with in need. This led to his pursuit of nursing as a career. Wynn graduated from TWU's nursing program Magna Cum Laude in December 2005. In January 2006 he successfully completed the nursing state board exam to became a registered nurse. Wynn was excited about his new career and we all felt that he would be a fantastic nurse as helping people gave him his greatest enjoyment.
His brother Scott, sister-in-law Jenny, niece Lyda, mother Sherry, father Perry will hold in their hearts his joyful, kooky spirit and remain committed to his values and purpose. Per Wynn's wishes and in lieu of flowers, gifts can be made in his memory to the Will Rice College General Support Fund at the Rice University Development Office, 6100 Main 77030.
A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 3816 Bellaire Blvd, Monday the 27th at 5pm. As per Wynn's wishes, a celebration of life party will be held at the Will Rice Commons at 6:30pm. Friends are encouraged to visit http://www.on-sight.com/wynn and post stories, memories, photos and movies about Wynn.
He was hit by a car at age 7 permanently injuring his leg, which rendered him unable to participate in sports, dancing or many physical activities. In spite of this, his strong spirit persevered and he made it his mission to help others with in need. This led to his pursuit of nursing as a career. Wynn graduated from TWU's nursing program Magna Cum Laude in December 2005. In January 2006 he successfully completed the nursing state board exam to became a registered nurse. Wynn was excited about his new career and we all felt that he would be a fantastic nurse as helping people gave him his greatest enjoyment.
His brother Scott, sister-in-law Jenny, niece Lyda, mother Sherry, father Perry will hold in their hearts his joyful, kooky spirit and remain committed to his values and purpose. Per Wynn's wishes and in lieu of flowers, gifts can be made in his memory to the Will Rice College General Support Fund at the Rice University Development Office, 6100 Main 77030.
A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 3816 Bellaire Blvd, Monday the 27th at 5pm. As per Wynn's wishes, a celebration of life party will be held at the Will Rice Commons at 6:30pm. Friends are encouraged to visit http://www.on-sight.com/wynn and post stories, memories, photos and movies about Wynn.
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