Nancy A. (Nixon) Martin, 50, of Portsmouth died of respiratory failure on December 24, 2003 at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. Nancy was born on December 16, 1953 in Exeter, NH the daughter of the late Robert and Pauline (Kenison) Nixon. She graduated from Exeter High School in 1971. She enjoyed cross stitching and playing with her two grandchildren, Marissa and Samuel. Family members include; one daughter, Amanda and her husband, Israel Fitz-Gerald of Farmington, NH; one son, Andrew Blain of Newington, NH; two grandchildren; six sisters, Marion Gagnon, Mrs. Barbara (Walter) Markson, Debi (Charles) Pasno, Dottie (Mike) Prakop; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Penny Reed and Peggy Nixon. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 3rd at 3:00PM in the recreational room at 245 Middle Street. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the family to defray funeral expenses.