Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Friday, April 18, 2008, IrvinMartin of Zurich in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Grace (Erb) Martin. Dear father of Dwayne and Claudia, D’Arcy and Sheri all of Zurich and Derrick and Jacqueline of Keswick. Loving grandfather of Noah and Cole; Laiken, Aerin and Jadon; Kristine. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Albert and Luanna Martin, Alma Martin, Gladys Martin, Marion Martin Roy and Lenore Erb, Margaret and Cleve Gingerich, Mary Lou Erb and Pearl Ann and Mahlon Martin. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Menno and Lovina (Steckle) Martin, one son Dennis in infancy, sisters Luella (Jan) Zandwyk, Velina (Bill) Oesch, Emma (Enos) Bearinger and brothers Harvey and Melvin Martin.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 3 p.m. in the Zurich Mennonite Church. Cremation. Interment Zurich Mennonite Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Zurich Mennonite Church Elevator Fund or a charity of one’s choice
MARTIN: Irvin of Exeter
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Haskett Funeral Homes
Condolence From: Brent O’Brien
Dear Grace, Dwayne, Darcy and Derrick, so sorry to hear about Irvin’s passing. Wish I could have been there at your memorial to offer my condolences in person, and to see you all again to reminisce about good old times. My thoughts are with you all. Brent
Condolence From: Ron and Dianne Ducharme
To The Martin Family
We send our deepest sympathy
Ron and Dianne Ducharme.
Condolence From: Sonya Shantz
Grace, Dwayne, Darcy, Derrick and families,
I am so sorry about the loss of your husband and dad. May you always remember the great times that you had with him. Thinking of you today as you celebrate his life.
Take care
Sonya
Condolence From: Shirley Erb
Dear Grace & Martin Family
You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Irvin was a wonderful man.
Shirley
Condolence From: Judy Morrison
My deepest sympathy to you & yours.
What precious memories we all hold of a fantastic man who made a huge difference in the Zurich community…minor hockey, and wherever he went, he made every experience a positive one.
I’ll remember Irvin with a smile.
my words to you, at this time, will be to ‘hold onto the good memories & the laughter you shared…those memories will help you through the rough spots”..
sincerely and in friendship (always), Judy Morrison (formerly of Zurich)
Condolence From: Don & Alice Masse
Grace & Family.
With sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Don&Alice Masse
Condolence From: VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program
Dear Grace and Martin Family,
In this time of great loss we extend our deepest sympathy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Karen Lehnen
VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program
Condolence From: Harv & Evelyn
Grace,
Dwayne & Claudia,
D’arcy & Sherri
Derek and to each of your children,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Irvin was a spiritual man and his presence will be missed.
May God grant comfort during this difficult time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Condolence From: Betty Martin
Grace and family:
Deepest sympathy to each of you on the tremendous loss of Irvin. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through the difficult days ahead of you. Remembering the good times during these difficult times is a one way of helping you through these days. Love and Prayers Betty Martin
Our deepest sympathy to Grace and family – You are in our thoughts and prayers
Don & Charlene
Condolence From: Ken and Maureen Renning & family
Grace, Dwayne, Darryl, Derick, Sometimes we do not understand why these things happen. One thing we do know is GOD has a plan. Keep Irvin’s memories real by talking and laughing and sharing those memories. May GOD surround you and keep you in his arms, and may you feel comfort in his presents over days to come. In our thoughts and prayers. Ken & Maureen Renning, Paula, Ron, Tom & Josh