At Blue Water Rest Home, on Sunday, July 17, 2016 of Zurich, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Harvey S. Martin. Dear mother of Anna Mae Diamond of Listowel, Gerry and Les McDougall of Lone Rock, Saskatchewan, Arnie and Bev Martin of Elmira, Don Martin and Lauren Richards of Bluevale, Kathy and Jay Tofflemire of Goderich, and Lorri-Beth and Rick Behnish of Varna. Dear grandmother of Tonya, Cory; Shane and Kathy, Deirdre and Russ; Ben and Jess, Janelle; Jud and Colleen, Jake and Jasmine; Josh, Kendall, Rachel; and missed by 8 great-grandchildren. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Grace Torkelson, Mabel and Walter Paetkau, Violet and Titus Beam, Viola and Vernon Erb; Albert and Luanna Martin, Alma Martin, Grace Martin, and Marion Hartin. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son-in-law David Diamond, sisters-in-law Velina Oesch, Emma Bearinger, and Luella Zandwyk, and brothers-in-law Bill Oesch, Enos Bearinger, John Zandwyk, Ken Torkelson, Irvin Martin, and Mel Martin.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street North, Zurich on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Zurich Mennonite Church, 37818 Zurich-Hensall Road, Zurich on Saturday, July 23rd at 1 PM with Pastor Ryan Jantzi officiating. Interment Zurich Mennonite Cemetery.
Donations to the Zurich Mennonite Church, or Blessings Community Store would be appreciated by the family.
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Dear Lorri, Rick and family.
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Your are in our thought and prayers
John & Sharon McNeilly
Arnie & Bev
Thinking of you during this difficult time. We know that your Mom had been wanting to go home but it still doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye. We trust that you will find peace and comfort in the days and weeks to come through all the wonderful memories that you hold dear to your hearts. Keeping you in thought and prayer.
John & Sharon McNeilly
Valerie
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Donna Martin
Lorri and Family
My condolences to you and your family for your loss. Gladys was a wonderful lady and will be missed.
Jack and Elena
Our deepest condolence for your loss. May she (Gladys) rest in peace. Just to let you know that you are in our prayers.
Robert Steckle
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Gladys Martin. I have many fond memories of playing at your home on the Bronson and Centennial when growing up. That doesn’t seem that long ago but its been decades.
My you all know that she has reached her reward and now is enjoying life with her Lord.
Rob and Brenda Steckle.
Ervin Steinmann
dear folks many fond memories of your mom (and dad ) sorry we won’t be home for the funeral. so good to see Arnie and Bev and Janelle last week God’s love and comfort to all Irla and Erv Steinmann
Mickey Nott
Annie, Bev, Ben, Jess and Janelle, and all the Martin Family. My prayers are with you at this time of loss.
May the memories of your mom, grandmother and great grandmother continue to be wonderful blessings to you in the days, weeks and years to come. May the Lord bless you and be your comfort.
Dave and Beth Prouty
Arnie, Bev, Ben, Jess, and Janelle, may Our Lord give you the peace you need at this time knowing that some day you will see her again . It is still a very hard time but we pray that He will give you His Peace and Strength during this time.
Brenda Grenier
Lorri and family sending you my deepest sympathy and prayers ,Gladys was a wonderful lady she will be missed
Wayne & Bonnie Keller
Lori and families. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a very special lady and have fond memories from knowing her from working at BWR.
Shannon Roche
Dear Kathy, Lorri and the rest of the Martin family,
So sorry to hear the news of Gladys passing. She was a sweetheart and a joy to work with during my time at BWRH. May you know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and hugs, Shannon and Darryl Roche.
PEI
Martha ( Gascbo) Clinch
Sincere condolences to the Martin families on your loss. May the God of all comfort be your strength and your memories be cherished. Please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Donna Regier
Arnie,Bev and Famiy, thinking of you at this time of sorrow in the loss of your Mom, And Grandma. God bless! Hugs
Larry & Ann McBride
Our condolences on the passing of your mother. I have many memories of growing up next door to your family on the Bronson. I got to know your mother best when her and I managed the craft room at BWRH, We also had many good chats about quilts which we both enjoyed very much. Cherish the memories. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Miller
Dear Lorri, Rick and the rest of the Martin Family
Please know that I’m thinking of yous all at this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathy. She was a beautiful lady and she will be missed.
George and Sue Wilson
Arnie, Bev and family, We are saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing away. We miss our parents when they pass on. Treasure the precious memories. Know that we are praying for peace and comfort for all of you. Love, George and Sue Wilson
Jill Geiger
Dear Lorri , Rick & family;
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your Mother .
She & I were long time coworkers at BWRH, when she worked in the craft room, & our paths crossed when Grandma Elizabeth was a resident.
She always had a smile, a twinkle in her eye & a kind word to say.
She will be missed.
Sincerely, Jill
Bill and Carol Deichert
May you feel the peace of Jesus s you go through this difficult time. We are with you in thought and prayer Bill and Carol
Bill and Carol Deichert
Mayyou feel God`s peace through this difficult time . Hugs and prayers to everyone Bill and Carol Deichert
Jan Easton
Arnie and Bev, Ben and Jess, Janelle, we are thinking of you and praying for the whole Martin family as you remember and celebrate your mom’s life! May God comfort each of you with his peace and grace! Blessings and love,
Jan and Doug Easton
Harv & Evelyn Vincent
To each of the family,
So many memories of Gladys and Harvey in our church family. Praying that your good memories help bring peace and comfort during this difficult time. Hugs to each of you.
Vicki and Mike Ducharme and family
Dear Kathy,Jay,Lorri,Rick and the rest of the Martin Family;
So very sorry to hear of your mom”s passing. Just know you all have another angel looking over
all of you. Finally your dad has his sweetheart with him again. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all.
Vicki and Mike Ducharme and Family
Bep Campbell
My sincere condolences in your loss. Bep (Zondag) Campbell, Winnipeg, MB
Joanne Stephen
Sorry to hear the news of Gladys passing. I will miss her smile and laugh at work. She was an easy going person to care for. She will be missed. I had fun joking and laughing with her family!!
Joanne
Marilyn McDougall, Sister-in-Law to Geraldine Martin
Condolences to the family of Gladys Martin. She was a very gentle and loving mother, who will be greatly missed by her large family and her community.
Randy and Debby Wagler
Arnie and Bev and Ben, Jess and your children, and Janelle and the rest of the family, we are thinking of you all during this loss of your Mom and Grandma and Great Grandma. May you know God’s comfort and may your memories be sweet recollections in the days ahead. God be with you.