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William L. Martin Jr.

William Martin Obituary

Age 79 of Dover, NH formerly of Watertown, MA passed away at his home in Dover, NH on August 25, 2008. Beloved husband of 55 years to Helen J. (Martocchio) Martin, formerly of Watertown. Father of William Glen Martin of Oxford, ME, Marie Ellis of Merrimack, NH, Janice Martin of Middleton, MA and Laurie Seavey of Dover, NH. Brother of William Grady Martin of Yuma, Arizona. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial visiting hours will be held on Friday 5 to 8 PM in the Nardone Funeral Home, 373 Main St. (Route 20) WATERTOWN, MA. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday August 30 at 10:30 AM in St. Patrick Church, 212 Main St. (Route 20) Watertown with Military Honors. Burial will be held at a later date in St. Patrick Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to; Sea Coast Hospice, 10 Hampton Road, Exeter, NH 03833. Nardone Funeral Home 617-924-1113

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Martin

17 Entries

Chris Nelson

September 2, 2008

To Helen and the Family- I loved working with Bill at Sears, he could always make me laugh and get my spirits up during down times. He had wonderful stories about all of his family and friends. He was very lucky to have such a wonderful family, who loved him so very much and whom he loved dearly. He will be much missed.My love and thoughts are with you all.

Roger Neihart & Family

September 1, 2008

Dear Helen and Family, I'm very sorry to hear about your lose. Bill was an inspiration to us all and expecially to myself. He was loved by his customers and was always helpful to everyone He worked with. He was lucky to have such a loving Family and so many wonderful friends. GOD shined on his life and his sunshine will shine on ours the rest of our days. My love to You and the Kids.

Amanda Hendsbee

September 1, 2008

Helen and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time.

Anthony J. Agostinelli

August 30, 2008

Helen and Family: Barbara and I offer our deepest and most sincere sympathies to you on the death of Bill; God took him to Himself. He is now at peace and without pain. We pray for the repose of his soul.

Tony And Barbara Agostinelli

Kingsley and Sharon Bellows

August 29, 2008

Aunt Helen, Glen, Jan, Marie and Laurie,
Uncle Bill was a gentleman in every sense of the word. We will remember him - always - with deep affection. Our love to you all.

Taylor Emma Martin-LaVache

August 29, 2008

i love you beep! thank you for sharing candy with me. i like red cherry jelly beans like you. i will miss you beep in heaven. you are a good sharer to me.

Helena Lauren Martin

August 29, 2008

i will always love you beep! i will always remember you teasing me by taking my buddy blanket but you always gave it back to me. i remember you sneaking me jelly beans after my mom said no more. i will keep my promise to you and think about that promise we made together everyday to look after my little sister. me and taylor will love Nana extra much for you Beep and give her as many hugs and kisses that we can to make sure she is ok. i love you Beep and you will always be in my heart.

Debi Scherer Mitchell

August 29, 2008

Living many years across the street from the Martins while growing up, I have so many memories. I'll never forget all the amazing 4th of July parties, amazing fireworks displays, so much fun! Also watching you give your grandchildren rides on the your old rider mower. They loved that! You were always so much fun, cracking jokes, making others laugh. I thank you for all of the laughter. I'm comforted that you are at peace...you will never be forgotten. I extend condolences from the whole Scherer family....especially my Dad who is unable to join us today.

Laurie Seavey

August 28, 2008

Daddy~ How blessed I was to have you as my father. You showed me how to love, laugh and enjoy life. Your life's lessons will be with me always. I will miss you, but you will be with me everyday on my shoulder as my angel. LOVE YOUR BABY GIRL

Marie Ellis

August 28, 2008

Daddy will always be alive in my heart. When I see a rainbow after a summer shower, eat my first garden tomato of the season, when I hear a red neck joke or eat steamers and lobster, when the dog's crazy antics make me laugh, and when I experience joy in my life, he'll be there with me. The memories we made will never die. I love you so much Daddy.

Danielle Spinhirn

August 28, 2008

Where does anyone start to explain how amazing this man was? Beep was and still is my hero. There is no doubt that he holds a special place in every persons heart that he has touched. He was such a compassionate and strong man. His love will carry on as he has taught us to value and hold strength in family. I love you Beep, thanks for all you have taught me <3 always DinDin

Emily

August 28, 2008

When I think of my Beep, all I can hear is his laugh. That belly rolling laugh that was just as contagious as his smile. He will forever be alive in my heart. And whenever I get myself into a situation I will hear his endless words of wisdom...Stay out of trouble, Baby. I love you Beep!!!!!

FRAN GIAMPIETRO

August 28, 2008

i AM REALLY GOING TO MISS YOU MY OAKIE BILL YOUR PRETTY SMILE YOUR GREAT HUMOR THE WAY YOU PLAYED CARDS AND TRIED TO BEAT US i LOVE YOU THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES FRAN

Brian, Andrea and Jack Bonner

August 28, 2008

The deepest condolences and sympathies from the Bonner family to Helen, Glen, and your entire family.
We all loved Billy and he will be missed. Godspeed to him.

Joe Martocchio

August 28, 2008

I believe Bill and Mary Lou are in heaven having a cocktail together waiting to greet us to join them. I will always remeber the good times we had together! LOVE ALWAYS TO YOU BOTH! Joe

Jayne Giampietro

August 28, 2008

I will remember my Uncle Bill as always having a smile and laughing. My sisters and I still remember him coming at us as a joke with a rolled up dishtowel and wow could he swat, then he would laugh and laugh. Somehow, no matter how hard we tried, we could never get him back! His family meant the world to him and were the center of his life; I remember when Laurie and Marie moved out of the house to Andover so long ago and he was just devastated. He knew how to enjoy life with his beautiful Helen at his side and we spent so many weekends at their home; I so looked forward to spending the summer at theirs as a child. I am so proud to have had this man as my favorite uncle and am glad he was such a big part of my life. Thank you, Uncle Bill. You will always be in my heart.

John Bonner

August 28, 2008

Helen, Glen and family. I just got the message from Marshall this morning. I am so sorry to hear that Billy has passed. He was a great influence on me in my relative "youth" and I always admired his resourcefulness and sincerity. My Dad has moved to North Carolina with my brother and his family. I'll pass the sad news on to them later today. Unfortunately, due to my work schedule, it's unlikely that I'll be seeing you to express my regrets personally. Please know that I'll keep him and you in my prayers.

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