Background
Martin, Chester Y. was born on November 2, 1934 in Chattanooga. Son of Woodfin Ballenger and Mabel Willett (Young) Martin.
Martin, Chester Y. was born on November 2, 1934 in Chattanooga. Son of Woodfin Ballenger and Mabel Willett (Young) Martin.
Student, U. Chattanooga, 1952-1955, 60-61; Student, International Medallic Workshop-Pennsylvania State University, 1984.
Freelance artist, Chattanooga, 1967-1986; sculptor, engraver, United States Mint, Philadelphia, 1986-1992.
Served with United States Air Force, 1956-1960. Member Federation Internationale de la Medaille (American delegate), American Medallic Sculpture Association (vice president 1987).
Married Patricia Ann Parnell, August 15, 1963. 1 child, Sharon Elizabeth (Mistress Christopher Pruitt).