Peacefully at the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Friday, June 7, 2019 of Zurich and formerly of Kitchener-Waterloo at the age of 88. Alma was a daughter of the late Menno and Lavina (Steckle) Martin. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Albert and Luanna Martin, Grace Martin, and Marion Hartin. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings Infant Melinda Martin, Velina and Bill Oesch, Emma and Enos Bearinger, Harvey and Gladys Martin, Luella and John vanZandwk, Irvin Martin and Melvin Martin. She graduated from the KW Hospital School of nursing in 1961 and worked there for 31 years. Alma was also very active in her church life – both at the Zurich Mennonite Church and also as a member of the Waterloo First Baptist Church.
Friends may gather at the Zurich Mennonite Church, 37818 Zurich-Hensall Road, Zurich on Monday, June 10th from 11 AM to 1 PM where the funeral service will be held at 1 PM with Pastor Ryan Jantzi and Pastor Dennis Estep officiating. Interment Zurich Mennonite Cemetery. Haskett Funeral Home, ZURICH (519-236-4365) entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to the Zurich Mennonite Church, Alzheimer’s Society, or the Blue Water Rest Home would be appreciated by the family.
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Rev. Paula Taylor-Morgan
Sincere Condolences to Alma’s Family. She was a lovely lady who brought many blessings to those who knew her. She will be missed
Blue Water Rest Home
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Karolyn Heubner
My deepest heartfelt sympathy . Alma was a very caring friend and classmate. We will miss her hearty laugh and down to earth wisdom.
Doug and Joyce McBeath
Our condolence and prayers to the Martin family in your loss
Evelyn Vincent
To Alma’s family
Sincere sympathy. Alma was a blessing to many and will be missed. May God grant peace and comfort
Dr. Edward and Barbara Schultz
Ou sincere sympathy for your loss. Alma was a brave, strong woman who was always cheerful and dedicated to her career.
Edith Martin
Dear Albert and Luanna, Grace and Marion,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye to Alma. You will no doubt be rejoicing that she has been set free, really free! We just said goodbye to Roy a couple of weeks ago and they’re likely celebrating together like we can’t even imagine! Seeing so many who have gone ahead and most glorious of all, Jesus Himself!
It’s so wonderful to know that those who leave us are with the Lord. So much to look forward to for the rest of us!
I won’t be able to be at the funeral but I would if it were possible. I will be remembering you and your families….Blessings, Edith
Elena Baker
Our condolence to the family of Alma Martin. We always remember her as a cheerful, kind and wonderful person. May she rest in peace.
Jack and Elena Baker