David Willis Martin 39 of Columbia died Sunday at his residence. He was born in Wichita KS on May 24 1970 a son of Colette R. Martin and the late Michael E. Martin. He was a computer technician and recently celebrated his 10 year anniversary with the SCANA Corporation. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served in the Gulf War. He was also a member of the Marine Corp League. David had a love of photography but his true passion was his family. In addition to his mother of Irmo Mr. Martin is survived by his wife Christy Lynn Martin; two daughters Shelby L. and Rowan P. Martin of the home; a half-sister Veronique Arrowood of OK; and a half-brother Eric Helfgott of Columbia. He was predeceased by his grandparents Willis and Mildred Martin of Newberry. The family did receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Saturday at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church in West Columbia. A private interment service were conducted. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association Mid Atlantic Affiliate PO Box 5216 Glen Allen PA 23058-5216. Messages to the family may be sent via email at notes@whitakerfuneralhome.com. Whitaker Funeral Home Chapin is assisting the family.