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Kurt Martell Obituary

The family of Kurt Martell sadly announces his passing Saturday, October 28, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be desperately missed by his loving partner, Sara Boyer and his two beautiful children, Marley and Indiana who he absolutely adored, and by his parents Dennis and Diane Martell, his sisters Nikki Zens (Curtis) and Shannon Etienne (Rob) and nieces and nephews Logan, Peyton, Nate, and Kyle. There will be a celebration of Kurt's life Friday, November 3, 2017 at the Current River Community Centre, 450 Dewe Avenue, from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LU Radio www.luradio.ca/funddrive2017/ or a RESP fund will be set up for Kurt's children. A donation box will also be at the celebration of life. For a complete write-up please visit www.harbourviewfuneral.ca or watch for the December issue of The Walleye.

Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Oct. 31, 2017.

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Kurt truly was a wonderful person. I met Kurt as a teen and his good character always stood out. To all his family, loved ones and so many great friends, Donna and I send our best and our condolence to all. He truly was a great friend to so many, a father, a husband, a son, a best man, etcetera. How lucky we were, the ones that got to meet him. In a Galaxy, far, far away, I am sure he has found great peace and happiness and carries all the love and great memories for his wife, his children, his family,and friends.John, our thought's are with you. You were lucky, to have had such a great friend, as he was too.

Peter Stevens

November 20, 2017

To the Martell's:
My deepest sympathies to your family for such a tragic loss. Kurt was such a caring, welcoming, friend to so many. I can see his infectious smile now. You must be so proud of him for what a wonderful person he became. My heart goes out to you all, his wife and beautiful children.

Dan Zapior

November 9, 2017

Meeting Kurt with Eleanor Drury children's theatre, was a prevlidge. The youth were engaged with him. We parents loved him and Sarah. The encouragement , knowledge and love of theatre given to the young actors was wonderful to observe. Laughter was bountiful during the excillerating work of a production. Kurt wrote a wonderful play for the group that made me laugh so hard I cried. The kids loved acting this unique show. My children Jarvis and Noelle spoke of their adult encounters with Kurt and Sarah-all positive. How nice these peeps are. Every time I met Kurt was like meeting an old friend. A quick catch up till next time. Always a good laff and smiles. I thank Kurt for his being such a positive sharing person. His life impact was felt in my family. You will be missed. Donna.

Donna Wheal

Friend

November 3, 2017

I'll never forget your infectious smile, crazy laugh, love of filmmaking (especially acting, special effects and all things zombie) and how you always looked out everyone. It's hard to believe someone so full of life and with so much to live for is no longer with us.

Given how close we all were in college and later in Toronto, it feels as though I've lost a brother, not just a friend, classmate and colleague.

Since learning of your passing I've been reflecting on the good times: enjoying Raptors games together, remembering how proud we all were of you when we saw you perform at Second City, film shoots, house parties, that time you made Shannon think she won the lottery, how you nicknamed me 'Rippleman' after spell-check changed my last name to 'ripple' that one time, etc.

Though we fell out of touch after you moved back to Thunder Bay, you and the rest of the Class of '99 were never far from my thoughts.

We had a lot of great times together. I wish we could have had more. It was an honour to have known you. Your family must be proud of what a wonderful human being you turned out to be and how much life you lived in those short years.

I love and am going to miss you, buddy.

Joseph Riopelle

November 3, 2017

Kurt was a beautiful friend and old coworker of mine, we worked together at Lot66 but met back in the apollo days. I was lucky enough to be able to send him a message telling him I loved him and was sending him loving energy this summer. I will continue to send that energy to Sara, Marley and Indiana. I will continue to light his candle in our home and allow his bright like to glow. Kurt is now love and light and I will take comfort in that. I am unable to make it to Ontario tomorrow but know that I am there with my heavy heart sharing the weight of this terrible loss with you all. May we find comfort in know all the hearts Kurt touched. Love to you all who may be reading this.
Peace, Love and Light Kirsty

Kirsty Beattie

November 3, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sarah. Kurt was a huge part of EDCT and will be greatly missed by us all. Debra Pellati and Stephanie Philp

Debra Pellati

November 2, 2017

May Kurt's beautiful spirit be around all of you, to comfort you, keep memories alive and comfort you.
I will be with you in spirit tomorrow and will light a candle. i will remember our conversations during and outside work, seeing him during activities with the girls and family. I miss him, too
My heart goes out to his parents Dianne and Denis Martell for the untimely loss of their son.
Hugs and Love
Bebs

Barbara Kemeny

November 2, 2017

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My heart goes out to you Sarah and your daughters. Deepest sympathies.

Dawna & The Mystic Garden staff.

November 1, 2017

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Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Current River Community Centre

450 Dewe Avenue, ON

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