Background
West, Martin Brendford was born on August 6, 1954 in Welch, West Virginia, United States. Son of Mastin Brendford and Sylvia Lynn W.
West, Martin Brendford was born on August 6, 1954 in Welch, West Virginia, United States. Son of Mastin Brendford and Sylvia Lynn W.
Welding certified, Nashville Auto Welding College, 1974. Student in law enforcement, Bluefield State College.
Salesman Bailey Lumber Company, Welch, 1975-1976. Coal miner Olga Coal Company, Coalwood, West Virginia, 1974-1975. Plant operator United States Steel Mining Company, Gary, 1976-1982.
Magistrate State of West Virginia, Welch, since 1984.
Member American Judges Association (certified 1986), Magistrate Association (certified 1984), Junior Chamber of Commerce (honorary).
Married Georgia Muncy. March 29, 1975; children: April Lynne, Matthew Steven, Joy Hopkins.