Craig Tomlinson Martin passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., surrounded by his wife and son, after a remarkable battle with glioblastoma.
Craig, born in Proctor, Vt., on June 7, 1952, grew up in Essex Junction and earned degrees in electrical engineering from Vermont Technical College and the University of Vermont. His career took him to GE, Digital Equipment Corporation, Hill Associates and Green Mountain Coffee/Keurig, where he retired in 2017.
Whether he was at work, at home in Essex Junction or at his camp on Lake Champlain, Craig was always busy with projects and tinkering. With a quick smile, he was a man of keen intellect and infectious laughter. He took pride in measuring twice, cutting once, and earned the respect of everyone who knew him.
Craig loved skiing, golf, hunting, biking and especially his time as a private pilot. He was not only a devoted husband and father but also a beacon of support throughout the community, supporting Scouting, sports teams, and almost anything his son, Sullivan, and his friends pursued.
Craig is survived by his wife, Melissa Dever; his son, Sullivan Martin; his brother, Jay (Kelli) Martin; his sister, Judy Schmidt; his brother in law, Sean Dever; and several beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Shirley Martin of Essex Junction.
A celebration of life will be held in early summer.