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PAKLEDINAZ--Martin. The Board of Directors, Artists and Staff of The Santa Fe Opera mourn the death of a brilliant colleague and friend. He will be remembered as an inspired costume designer and for the five magnificent productions he gave us. We extend our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
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I will always be thankful and feel honored for the oppurtunity that Martin presented to me allowing me to be my creative self , Martin thank you for everything ! You will surly be missed ! God Bless ! Gary White. The Custom Hatter. Buffalo NY
March 5, 2014
Just this past week Marty popped into my head.Not being in the "theatre world",I wondered what he has been up to.I hadn't heard much lately nominations etc.
I was watching the Tony's last night and saw his name and a photo in the Memoriam Section.
This was shocking to me and brought on deep sadness.
I first met Marty when he was working for Theoni Aldridge as her assistant back in 1981,I was working for Woody Schelp at the Barbara Matera Costume shop.While Marty and I never socialized when I ran into him we always had a nice chat.Rest in peace kind man!!
DAVID COHEN
June 10, 2013
Alice Guckian Queen
February 17, 2013
Art Rizzo
July 26, 2012
I remember Marty when he was a boy and I was 12 years older. My life was full at that time with my own stuff, and Marty was just another one of my cousins. I never saw him again until I paid respects to his Mom, my Aunt Dorothy. I remember her telling me how proud she was of Marty as he flourished in his career, and I made note of that. When Marty and I spoke after her death, I was impressed with him and the way he carried himself. He struck me as being very perceptive, thoughtful, and well versed on many subjects. He truly did earn a well-deserved niche among his peers and in the creative community. He will certainly be missed.
Dennis Cummings
July 17, 2012
Marty was the most talented designer I have ever had the opportunity to work with, and I am so sad about his passing. Over the past twenty five years, I had the privilege of working on a dozen different projects with him. Marty always pushed those around him to work at a higher level than we thought possible, and the results were stunning costumes with the most interesting details and style lines.
Marty's sketches from over the years grace the walls of the Seattle Opera's costume shop; we treasure these reminders of our time with him.
Marty will be missed more than my words can say.
Susan Davis
July 17, 2012
Martin was the best...The girls in the American Ballroom Theater company loved everything he ever did for them. He will be missed and remembered as an incredible designer. RIP Marty, Gary Pierce
gary pierce
July 12, 2012
Martin Pakledinaz was a wonderful man, a good friend, and a very gifted artist. In 1985, he gave me my first job as Hair Designer in the theater. It was the Off-Broadway production of "Surf City;" the Beach Boys' musical at the Entermedia Theatre, directed by Dennis Rosa. Working on that show was insane, but Martin and I had a blast, swimming with silk sharks and surfing our way through the insanity.
Martin and I worked on other projects through the years even after my career shifted to photography. I always enjoyed collaborating with Martin. He was a great, intelligent conversationalist. He had a delightful sense of humor, with just the right dose of wicked. He gave really smart advice. And then there was the majesty in his art.
I feel very lucky. Martin gave me a few sketches through the years, and I will treasure those exceptional works forever. I will never forget our time working together or the time we shared as friends. I am deeply saddened by the news of Martin's death. I loved this special man and I will miss him.
Marc Daniels
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Marc Daniels
July 12, 2012
Alice Guckian Queen
July 12, 2012
My sincere sympathy. God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with
peace and comfort to endure the days ahead. Psalm 46:1
Linda
July 11, 2012
"Draw close to God and he will draw close to you" at this difficult time.
James 4:8
GA
July 11, 2012
My Sincere sympathy to the Pakledinaz family. No doubt this is a difficult time, but comfort and hope can be found in God's word at Psalms 55:22 Throw you burden on GodF and he will sustain you.
jem D. Florida
July 10, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Pakledinaz family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
July 10, 2012
Jane Dowling
July 10, 2012
R.I.P.
July 10, 2012
To the family of Martin Pakledinaz may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philipians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy
July 10, 2012
We mourn with the Pakledinaz family, friends and many fans. Romans 15:33
July 10, 2012
To the the family of Martin Pakledinaz - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
July 10, 2012
Catherine Ginther
July 10, 2012
As you deal with your grief; May you receive comfort from family,friends and God's WORD.(Psalm 94:19) . . .When my disquieting thoughts became many inside of me, Your own consolations began to fondle my soul."
FF
July 9, 2012
He will be missed.
Forrest Michael
July 9, 2012
To the PAKLEDINAZ family sorry for your loss may GOD give you his love, peace, and strength in this time of sorrow. May he R.I.P -|-
July 9, 2012
My deepest condolences to Marty's close and extended family.
He will always be with us.
Fabio Toblini
July 9, 2012
Mr Pakledinaz, you were Broadway's best on earth. Now you will be in Heaven as part of God's Family. Thanks for the memories!
Donna James
July 9, 2012
My sincere condolences to the family and friends for your loss. Trust in God and find comfort in His Word to get you through. - Rev. 31:3,4
July 9, 2012
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