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R. Wingfield Martin

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In memory of R. WINGFIELD MARTIN, cattleman, realtor, mentor, friend. Born Nov. 12, 1929, died May 14, 2018. Wingfield Martin had two passions in life: real estate and animals. He loved animals of all kinds: dogs, burros, horses, and especially cattle. He was particularly fond of Herefords. Always curious, he rarely missed an opportunity to take a field trip to see what ranchers in other parts of the country and Canada were doing in their operations. His passion for animals led him to serve as a public member of the Veterinarian's Board for 20 years. He was a vocal member who was not afraid to stand up for what he thought was the right thing to do. Wingfield always credited his mother for igniting his passion for real estate. He believed in first listening and understanding a client's needs and then working tirelessly to find the perfect piece of land for his buyer or the best buyer if he were representing the seller. He would physically walk every inch of a prospective piece of property, but would also meticulously collect topo maps, surveys, and all other information on a piece of property. While meticulous in gathering information, his office organizational methods were beyond most mortals (some would consider it hoarding), however, like a magician pulling a rabbit out of the hat, Wingfield had the uncanny ability to reach his hand in the pile of papers and come up with the exact survey or other documents he needed. Even in the final hours of his life, Wingfield was thinking and talking about real estate. He helped many people get into the real estate and cattle businesses over the years. He was a patient and friendly mentor. Wingfield was always eager to lend a hand, offer some sage advice or make an introduction (he seemed to know everyone) to anyone who needed it. He valued hard work, integrity and thoughtfulness and his life exemplified these values. R. Wingfield Martin, friend, mentor, realtor, and cattleman, you will be missed, but your passions and values will live on through those whose lives you have touched. Mr. Martin also served the Arkansas Cattlemen's Foundation. First donating his time and expertise to the process of purchasing the current home of the ACF/ACA. Then as Treasurer of the Board, he was a stoic guardian of the Foundation Finances. His passion for the Learning Center located in the ACF/ACA Building was never-ending even after he left the ACF Board. He was a true supporter of the Arkansas Cattlemen's Foundation. The business associates and friends of Wingfield Martin have established a memorial scholarship fund with the Arkansas Cattlemen's Foundation. The foundation is a 501(c) 3 organization. Please mail your memorial gift to: Arkansas Cattleman's Foundation, c/o Jimmy Jennings, Treasurer, P.O. Box 56043, Little Rock, Ark. 72215.

Published July 8, 2018

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