Martin Edward Everett, a long -term resident of Dumfries, Virginia, died December 13, 2020, after a long battle against COPD and emphysema. Born on April 24, 1930 in Woodbury, New Jersey, he was the only child of Martha and Dr. Winthrop Everett. He attended primary and middle schools in Collingswood, New Jersey and was active in Scouting. Martin moved with his parents to Pennsylvania after his father became a professor at Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster. He attended Manor-Millersville High School in Millersville, Pennsylvania, graduating in 1948. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science Degree, majoring in chemistry. Martin then entered Federal Civil Service as a Department of the Army Civilian and worked at an Army Depot in Philadelphia. He transferred to Fort Belvoir, Virginia in the early 1970’s, and worked with the Petroleum Office until his retirement on April 30, 1985.

Martin was an avid model railroader and an active member of the Dumfries model railroad club for many years. He enjoyed bowling, participating in several local leagues, and travelling for tournaments. Martin had a passion for sound recording for events, meetings and church services, which he continued into his late 80’s. He also enjoyed collecting stamps and coins, and camping with friends.

Martin was an active member of the local AA Recovery community and made it his life’s mission to help others overcome the addictions he himself had done years earlier. He participated in many local, regional, and national gatherings and at one time served on the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia’s Committee on Recovery Issues. He did a large volume of sound recordings for the AA and NA communities, handling production, sales, and distribution of cassette tapes and later, CD recordings.

Martin was a faithful life-long follower of Jesus, baptized, and confirmed in the Episcopal Church in the 1940’s. He was a faithful member of All Saints’ Anglican Church, serving on vestries, various church committees, and helped with sound recording for over 30 years.

Martin was a good friend to many. All who knew him remember him for his faithfulness and dedication. A memorial service is pending at All Saints’ Church, Woodbridge. Interment alongside his parents in Lititz, Pennsylvania will follow later. Memorials in his honor may be made to All Saints’ Church, Woodbridge, VA, 14851 Gideon Drive, Woodbridge, VA  22192-4713 or the charity of your choice.