But here is what we know about the disappearance of the Martin family. ‘Significant tip’ in 1958 Martin Family disappearance prompts underwater search December 7, 1958.

Ken Martin, his wife Barbara and three young girls, Barbara, Virginia and Susan went to the Columbia River Gorge on December 7, 1958. They were never seen again.

But here is what we know about the disappearance of the Martin family. ‘Significant tip’ in 1958 Martin Family disappearance prompts underwater search . December 7, 1958.

The case of the Martin family’s disappearance has bewildered local residents and investigators for more than six decades — until Friday. By Simon J. Levien On Dec. 7, 1958, Ken and Barbara ...

Donald Martin pictured in 1959 looking at a 1952 Christmas photo of his missing family. AP Photo. The news agency reported that the vehicle had been found by diver Archer Mayo, who discovered it ...

This photo of the Martin family’s home was taken a few months after they vanished. AP. The Martins took their daughters Barbara, 14, Virginia, 13, and Sue, 11, on a ride to the mountains on Dec ...

The Martin family disappeared in December 1958, after telling friends and family they were looking for Christmas greenery in the Columbia River Gorge. July 6, 2025.