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Terri Sinnett
September 2, 2021
Rick was an amazing player. He was one of the best Sabres player of all time. I will always say he was the best in my opinion. You turned 70 on July 26, time goes by way too fast. You will always be remembered and always missed. RIP Rick
Mjt
March 13, 2021
I cannot believe 10 years have gone by...I still cry. I love the Sabres now and always.
Glen Cook
January 18, 2021
Growing up in the 60 & 70's in Buffalo, N.Y. That is all we knew... THE FRENCH CONNECTION... Thank you so much for so many exciting games. May you rest in peace Richard "Rico" Martin.
March 14, 2017
Now playing Hockey with Jesus on the whitest rink imaginable. RIP Ricky
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Hugh Guild
March 13, 2017
My belated Condolences to the family, Sorry for your loss; May you be Comforted by the God of all Comfort and may the God of Comfort be with you the family of Rick Martin in all your distress... God will soon ease all your sorrows and pain that you are feeling right now.
Nancy Kenner
May 30, 2013
Rick had such a glow around him all the time, he made those close happy. I felt sad when I heard of his passing and will always remember him for the good he did. I know he is missed by so many people and his spirit certainly remains. Nancy Kenner
Sylvia Nadler
March 14, 2012
Rick you are always in our thoughts and our heart. Your goodness lives on.
V C
March 13, 2012
I can't believe its been a year already. My prayers are with the Rico's family. Keep the memories alive.
mallory wojcinski
March 12, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
sylvie bertrand
July 8, 2011
richard martin etais mon joueur favori.je suis aller le voir jouer au forum de momtreal.
David Carson
July 4, 2011
Hello. I recently attended the memorial at the HSBC Center in March. I live in Ottawa, Ont., and it was a good 8 hour plus ride. When i first heard of his death I broke down and cried. Fifty Nine is way too young. He was my favorite Sabre in those days, and a few years back he and Rene Robert came to Ottawa for an old timers Alumni game between past Sabres players and Ottawa Senators alumni. Rick looked like he hadn"t lost his touch! I got his autograph. I forget if he scored or not, or who won the game for that matter. His uncle Charlie and my father are cousins. I thought the memorial service was very well done. My thoughts and regards go out to his immediate and extended families. - David Carson- Ottawa,Ont.
July 4, 2011
Hello. I recently attended the memorial at the HSBC Center in March. I live in Ottawa, Ont., and it was a good 8 hour plus ride. When i first heard of his death I broke down and cried. Fifty Nine is way too young. He was my favorite Sabre in those days, and a few years back he and Rene Robert came to Ottawa for an old timers Alumni game between past Sabres players and Ottawa Senators alumni. Rick looked like he hadn"t lost his touch! I got his autograph. I forget if he scored or not, or who won the game for that matter. His uncle Charlie and my father are cousins. I thought the memorial service was very well done. My thoughts and regards go out to his immediate and extended families. - David Carson- Ottawa,Ont.
sylvie racine
June 14, 2011
il est mon idole depuis mes 16 ans. Mon joueur de hockey favori. Je suis contente d'avoir su qu'il etait un homme bien.
d'une fan inconditionnelle
Jeremy Stahl
May 12, 2011
Long live Rick Martin in the fans and faces of the Buffalo Sabres..Long live the french connection
Gary Cappellino
March 30, 2011
Rick had a huge heart.he truly cared about and wanted to help anyone that came into his life.last year i golfed the best game of my life with rick only because he wanted to make me a better golfer and i will never forget that.RIck I will miss your friendship andyour jokes. Mikey we lost a good one. God bless
Karen Cumberland
March 28, 2011
As a fan of the Buffalo Sabres I want to say to you Rick I am very sorry about what happened to you and may you rest in peace.
Marc Kasprzak
March 27, 2011
Hey Rick it has been awhile since I seen you but it was always good to see and talk to you. you were always a good friend and an idol, you will be missed and I will keep you and your family in my prayers god has a special place for you, as you always have for your friends and family and fans. may god bless you. Kennedys cove will never be the same without you
Chas Heidenburg
March 27, 2011
Thanks for the graet memories
Anik Labelle
March 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers goes to the family. Richard (as we knew him) was my mother's first cousin. We were sad to hear of his passing and proud to say we were related to a hockey legend.
Rest assure that the French Connection lives on in our heart.
Sincerely,
Anik Labelle and Family
Paul
March 25, 2011
My sincere thoughts and prayers go to the family of Rick Martin. Growing up in Buffalo in the 70's and like so many young kids back home, Rick Martin was my idol. I was stunned to hear of his passing and I just want to say thank you for all of the memories that will last forever. You will never be forgotten.
March 24, 2011
LONG LIVE THE FRENCH CONNECTION ! RICO WAS MY FAVORITE PLAYER GROWING UP, MY FIRST ROLE MODEL AND HERO. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER #7. MERCI , SEAN
terri cordero
March 24, 2011
Rick Martin you will be truly missed. My condolenses to the family. To Cory you did a wonderful job today and a great honor to your dad. By the time I left the arena I felt like I have known Mr. Martin all my life. God bless you and your family.
Dee
March 24, 2011
Rick., your play was the source of some of my most pleasant childhood memories.
Rest in peace. You will never be forgotten
Rob Saunders
March 24, 2011
Although I am a lifelong Boston Bruins fan, I had nothing but respect and admiration for Rick Martin. I always wished you could have been a Bruin but you are now with our Lord on the greatest team ever. R.I.P. Rick and god bless you and your family.
A French Connection fan
March 24, 2011
Rick Martin = one word. Class. Thank you for the unforgettable Sabres memories, but more importantly, thank you for becoming one of us. May we one day lift the Cup and toast your honor. R.I.P. Mr. Martin...you deserve it. You were and still are unforgettable.
Heather Harrington
March 24, 2011
My condolenses to the family. Rick's son Cory was right. He was like family to all of us. Farewell #7. So many happy memories...
The Sargents
March 24, 2011
Rick, Thanks for the memories.
Erick Martin
March 23, 2011
The loss was sudden, but the memories I have of my father will last a lifetime. You are missed very much, Dad. With love.
mary lou damaro
March 22, 2011
my heart goes out to you and your family. the same thing happened to my husband so i know what u are going throu GOD BLESS you
Stephen Wright
March 22, 2011
Mes plus sinceres condoléences a toute la famille de Richard. Garderez toujours de bons souvenirs lors des années de hockey a Hull ( Paroisse St-Benoit )Richard fut pour moi un collegue et ami durant cette période. Sincerement Steve Wright
Sandy Tudor
March 21, 2011
I was a big fan of the "French Connection". I remember the finals in 1975 with the fog in the aud and the bat. I even got to meet them up close when Brian Spencer opened a bar in Tonawanda. God speed Rick. You are well loved and remembered in Buffalo and Erie County. My condolences to the family.
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Chris
March 20, 2011
Thank you for sharing your husband, father, teammate, and friend with us. His profession and skill gave me childhood memories that will not be forgotten. His kindness will be remembered in this community forever. It is not often that a local celebrity is known at the same time for his skill and his unselfish ways . May his family and friends be in peace knowing he lived his life well and his rewards will be just.
David
March 19, 2011
It is not that often that one can say they get to meet their childhood sports hero. It's even more rare to say you have had the opportunity to play golf, have drinks and share conversation with your childhood sports hero. Rico was an approachable, sincere man, who always made time to say hi. He will be missed.
Condolences to his family.
Cheryl Locke
March 19, 2011
Dear Mikey and boys,
I was saddened to hear of Rick's passing.
My prayers are with you Mikey and know that Rick touched many of our hearts as a friend, hockey player and a very generous man who gave so much to the Buffalo community and never expected anything in return. he never let is fame go to his head, and was always ready to sign an autograph at any time. I can remember when we all worked at Brennan's ( long ago), Rick would be sitting there at the end of the bar and fans would come up to him and ask for his autograph, and he never said no! Always a smile on his face. When I come back in June to visit,lets all get together, Jean Susie and myself.
Stay strong ...
#7 will live forever in our hearts...
xo
Cheryl
Georgette Isaacs
March 18, 2011
Rick Martin, A legant in his own time. You gave so much joy to everyone both on the ice and off, In my opion Rick is and was the best sabre ever.I never had the pleasure of meeting Rick, but he did make a huge impact on me.Your skating and playing golf with the angels now. I will never forget you.My prayers go out to all of the Martin family.
March 18, 2011
My dad used to play darts with Rick Martin. And although I never did meet "the man" my dad spoke so highly of, Mr. Martin will be sadly missed. My heart and prayers go out to the entire Martin family. They are now playing darts again in heaven.
Scott H
March 18, 2011
Rick's passing makes me think of how much I miss those early days, such a huge part of my young life. From watching him as a kid, to meeting him, to ultimately playing some golf and having a beer with Mr. Martin, he was so much of what a real person, an honest sports celebrity, should be. I'm probably being selfish thinking about how I feel, how I miss those days, when it is his family that really matters now. But what a tribute to a person who touched so many, that we may feel that same way. Goodbye Rico, you were like a close friend to lots of us, even though you didn't know us. And thank you for the great hockey player and even better person that you were. God Bless.
Julie Sapera
March 18, 2011
Richard Martin is my all-time favourite hockey player. I was fortunate to see almost every game he played in Vancouver, including the ’77 All Star game, in which he was named MVP. I met him once after a game in Vancouver, January 17, 1975. I was 12, I had made a gift for him, he signed an autograph for me and gave me his game stick…which I still have. When he was traded to LA, it never seemed right to me. When he retired early, I felt badly for him and all the fans…and now to learn of his passing, I am shocked and saddened. It has been wonderful, yet not surprising, for me to read of what a wonderful person and role model he continued to be after his playing days were over. He has given so much to so many for so long. My condolences, prayers and thoughts to the entire Martin family, his friends and fans. Richard Martin is a true legend who will be missed.
Dan Gibbons
March 18, 2011
Wow,way to soon.I remember going to the sabre games and watching in awe how fast you could skate,then stop like it was nothing.Then that slap shot, BOOM what a rocket.Rest in piece and will be praying for your family
Carol Hoesch Fournier
March 17, 2011
I remember going to the Flyers games when they played the Sabres just to see Rico and the LCB line. A Gentleman all the Way. He will be missed but the great memories will live on forever. Rest in Peace.
March 17, 2011
I often go to lunch at a local restaurant where Rico visited often. He always was so friendly. He always asked "what's the soup"? He shared conversation with us "regulars" though he was one of us. No one asked for an autograph. He told jokes. and we laughed. But we talked. I had knee surgery and he always asked. . "how is your knee doing? ". When the door opened this week we all look. .. expecting to see Rico with his leather jacket on. . .but we know he is with us. . and we will meet again. Rico. .. we at p's miss you.
Chuck Forcucci
March 17, 2011
I have lost a childhood hero. Rick and The Connection electrified the Aud everytime they skated up ice. I can still hear Ted Darling shouting his name so many times. He was always a Sabre. Thank you for such wonderful memories. Condolences to the entire Martin family.
Dave & Evelyn Syposs
March 17, 2011
I never will forget walking through Memorial Aud after a Sabres game hoping for a glimpse of my "heartthrob" Rick. Then down the aisle he came, I could hardly believe my eyes seeing that wonderful smile. My heart was pounding so hard I could hardly talk. He shook my hand and my husband and I talked with him for several minutes. What a genuinely nice guy. Several years later I had the privilege to meet him again when he (as a co-sponsor of our baseball team) came to one of our baseball games. This time I got his autograph and it is even more treasured now. We were so sad to hear of his passing. Rick, I know you are skating around the angels up there in heaven. I hope that can only give your family some peace during this awful time in their lives.
March 17, 2011
Wow..How strange... Norm died in Dec 2010 at 59... ( #9) can't believe you passed away at the same age...way too young. We had some really fun crazy times back in 73..74...Not only with Hockey...but fishing, the trip to Augusta ..lots of golf..and your condo in Boca West!!! RIP...
Carolyn Kerce
March 17, 2011
When Terry Pagula bought the Sabres and the French Connection met him on the ice, I was so excited that I froze the frame and took pictures of the TV screen to add to my scrapbook! You see, when I was in high school, we used to rush over to Holiday Twin Rinks after school (maybe even skipping a class or two!) to watch our beloved Sabres practice and perhaps get a picture or an autograph. Rick was always obliging to his fans, even stopping for a picture when someone called his name. I still have that scrapbook and with a very heavy heart, I will be adding that last picture of the French Connection to it. My deepest sympathies go out to my childhood hero's family.
Doug
March 17, 2011
Deepest condolences to the Martin family. All one had to do was meet Rico once and he was a friend for life. What can be said about a man that never forgot a name, never forgot a joke, had an extra Blue in his golf cart to share and always made time for others. God bless and rest in peace.
Greg Boeck
March 17, 2011
God Bless you Rick Martin. You provided much joy to so many for a long time. We shall not forget you #7.
Caitlin Kraska
March 16, 2011
Mr. Martin was an amazing man. He has taught me so many wonderful things that I will always keep with me as I grow older in life. No matter what, he knew how to cheer a person up with his jokes. I am extremely privileged to be able to say that Mr. Martin made a huge impact on my life. Doing fingertip pushups in our kitchen, teaching my brother important life lessons when it comes to golf, and his all around character are some of the most memorable attributes I will remember. And I can't forget the delicious steaks he could make!
I am blessed that I got to personally know Mr. Martin as a family friend. The Kraska family will sincerely miss you Rick, and our hearts go out to the Martin family. We will miss you Rico!
With all my love,
The DiSalvo's
March 16, 2011
Rick was a role model to many..both on and off the ice. He was and will always be my all time favorite Buffalo Sabre. Our heartful sympathy and prayers go out to his family. May he rest in peace.
Laurie Smith
March 16, 2011
Thanks for the memories. #7 Will never be forgotton. In our hearts forever. My deepest sympathies to the Martin Family. Rest in peace, friend.
Rose and Leon Costanzo and Dickman
March 16, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
All Your Fans
March 16, 2011
Goodbye Hero and thankyou. Man you were fun to watch. RIP
Laurie Richeal
March 16, 2011
Rico my hero. You made hockey so exciting to watch. You will be missed. There will never be another. God Bless Your Family in this difficult time. And the French Connection. R.I.P Rico.
Kris Steinmueller
March 16, 2011
Mikey,
It's taken me days for me to express my feelings, and I am sorry for that. I can not tell you how sorry I am for your & your family's loss... I remember the Christmas Eve family and friend party,when you announced you two had gotten married!!!
Though I haven't seen you in years,I have run into Rico ( where I worked at the time) and we ALWAYS gave each other grief....(always in GREAT fun, which was Rico's way).!! The last time I saw Cody he was still in your belly.....Mike, know my heart goes out to you and your family.....Forever hon.....
Kris
Mary
March 16, 2011
I became a hockey fan because of the French Connection. This was, at the time, a little unusual for a girl of 12ish. My family had two seats in the oranges (waaaaay up) and my siblings and I were always fighting over who was going to the game with Dad when Mom was not going to go. How I idolized the players-thinking they were somehow different from us regular beings. Decades later when I met Rick in the community, I was amazed to find out that he was just like us. We talked about beer! I am a teacher now and Rick is the epitome of what I tell my students a "role model" is. No matter what you do, set an example by doing your best and being kind to everyone you meet along the way. My heartfelt condolences to the Martin family.
Joe Giacomazza
March 16, 2011
My sincerest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire Martin family and friends of. More so then a hockey player, he seemed to be a great member, a true friend and a pillar in our community. When I think of the Sabres in the 70's and the players we had, not only being a fan of the team but there was a feeling that went along with that, inside, that has always stayed with me. I feel selfish in saying that part of my childhood has been lost but my respect for him and the memories we have to hold on to will live forever. ~+~
Marylou Piller
March 16, 2011
It is hard to find words to say here..My husband Rick who has been a Sabres fan and season ticket holder from Day 1 and I are heartbroken.During my whole 38 years married to my Rick..The Sabres have been very important in our household.He didn't even miss the game the evening our only child was born at 5:55 pm December 1,1977..he made it to the game and passed out cigars...Rick Martin is one of our sports heros and we will never forget him. I won't tell him to R.I.P. , because I am hoping he will be dancing in the stars when our Sabres win the Cup !!
March 16, 2011
Always and forever the French Connection will epitomize the Buffalo Sabres. Each time Rick Martin touched the puck you could feel the excitment. Watching him skate was a thing of beauty. For me, hockey has never been the same since the 70's. May you rest in peace and may your spirit fill the future players and fans. Your memory will never fade. An Orchard Park fan.
Shannon M
March 16, 2011
Rick Martin, rest in peace. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. #7 will be forever in the hearts of those who loved hockey, and especially residents of Buffalo, NY.
Terri Czosnyka
March 16, 2011
Rico my all time favorite Buffalo Sabre!!! No one can or will ever fill your shoes or should I say skates in Buffalo Hockey. I will always treasure the memories of watching you play hockey in the Aud. May God bless you and your family. RIP for eternity.
March 16, 2011
#7 will never be forgotten. To the Martin family, thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time.
-Sabres fan
March 16, 2011
Dear Mikey and boys: On or off the ice, your father was one of a kind. He was generous, funny and had a heart of gold! We are sorry for your loss. If there is anything I or my family, can do, please do not hesitate to ask. You are all in our prayers!
Bobby ("Bullet") and Jacquie Cepuchowski and family
Sarasota, Florida
david beyers
March 16, 2011
# 7 forever in our hearts
Wendy Waller
March 16, 2011
To the Family and Friends of Rick Martin:
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. I will always remember going to the Aud with my Uncle and cheering on Rick Martin. My Uncle Greg would be yelling "Give it a Rick". His spirit, generosity and kindness will live on in your hearts forever. He is now an angel watching over all of you. God Bless.
Rock Merineau
March 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers for Rick's Family. I'm so sad to have lost a great friend. He'll be missed! Tu vas nous manquer Richard!
Sabres fan
March 16, 2011
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Mary Susan Dalton
March 16, 2011
Dear Martin family:
No one who ever saw Rick play or watched him mature from a handsome,cocky, sports star into retirement and a kind, charitable, community man, would ever realize that like Jim Kelly; he was even a greater person than he was a hockey player. I met him once with my dad and he graciously signed our stuff and talked with us like he knew us. I wish the sport figures today were more like him. Gentle, and humble with people, always having a kind word, or smile for a fan. God Bless you all and my prayers are with you this week and into the future. Rico you will be sorely missed!
david zielinski
March 16, 2011
rip in peace number 7..gone but not for gotten...
JL George
March 16, 2011
The city of Buffalo,the National Hockey League, Rick's wife, sons,brother's & sister's, hockey fans everywhere have a lost a super star! NEVER to be forgotten. Always in our hearts.
Rest in Peace Ricco.
March 16, 2011
I remember watching Rick & the French Connection on TV & in person at the Aud during my high school days. I was very shocked & sad to hear the news of a legend. My sincere thoughts & prayers are with his wife, children, close friends & Sabres family at this very difficult time. He will never be forgotten, RIP #7. Woodstock, CT
Sabers Fan
March 16, 2011
Our thoughts ad prayers go to Rick's family may he rest in peace.
Sabres Fan
March 16, 2011
Growing up in the '70's my oldest brother called him Rick the Stick. He was great and made the Sabres a contender. We are all very sad, and his family should know that we all share in your grief. #7 will live on in our hearts forever.
Dennis
March 16, 2011
I had the privilege to watch Rick play hockey and met him many times. He was alway a class guy and he will be missed. Our prayers go out to his family.
Bob Brinson
March 16, 2011
Dear Mikey and Family, we were truly saddened to hear of Rico's untimely passing. Rick and you always had smiles on your faces and a cheerful word to say to all. I will never forget his humor, his knowledge on so many topics and issues, and his good nature. It will be impossible to replace a friend like Rick. All of us who knew him have a void in our soles over his loss. Let us all remember the good times, good food, good cigars, cold Buds and the jokes that never ended. We are all better people for having known Rico. Rest in Peace my friend.
Heather Johnson
March 16, 2011
Huge loss of a good man and Hockey Icon he will be missed . our prayers go out to his family.
WILLIAM BERARDI
March 16, 2011
RICO YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED FROM ALL YOUR FRIENDS AT GOOD TIME CHARLIES, WE HAD GREAT TIMES AND YOU WERE THE BEST GOLF PARTNER EVER. THE BERARDI FAMILY.
R & K Braley
March 16, 2011
We have been blessed to become friends with Mikey and Rick over the past several years, I share with you our heavy hearts and heavy eyes Rick is sadly miseed. We are have been blessed to have known such a wonderful man, to be a mentor and and inspiration to many, to be a part of our lives and will cherish those memories forever. Rick would walk into a room, and it would light it up wth his presence, his smile, laughter and always had a joke to tell. I will always remember our last Sabre's game together...we conversed for one period, critiqued the plays of the game, this was the most serious time I had ever shared with Rick and one of the most enjoyable sides or Rick I had ever spent with him, unforgettable side of Rick. Richard Martin we miss you deepley and will not be forgotten. Your pictures hang in our office, I look at them daily, and treasure the times we spent together!! God Bless you, Mikey, Josh and Corey. You have touched our hearts forever and will not be forgotten.
Paul McCarthy Jr
March 16, 2011
My Condolences to the Martin Family
Rick was a great guy to know and he will be missed...
Sabres Fan
March 16, 2011
Prayers are with the Martin family. RIP Rico
March 16, 2011
Condolences to the Martin family. May you rest in peace Rick.
Bill Mucyn (Orchard Park)
March 16, 2011
Those Buffalo teams were very good. Great battles between the Leafs and the Sabres. The 70's and 80's were the NHL's best period.
Tim Rocklein, Islip Terrace, New York
Lola (Atkinson)Davies
March 16, 2011
All of my thoughts and prayers go out to Rick's wife and boys, and to ALL of the guys who played with Rick in the early days. I know first hand how difficult it is to lose someone so young and suddenly. My (first) husband too played hockey with Rick in Buffalo, and died 8 years ago May 6th, to a heart attack (54 yrs. of age). Steve Atkinson #19. I SO wish that ALL athletes young, old, and in EVERY sport HAVE thorough physicals, esp. involving the heart, and maybe they would heed the warning signs. God Speed Rick from Lola .......
Kristen C
March 16, 2011
I am sadden to hear about Rick Martin. I am way too young to have seen him play but I have seen youtube videos and seen replays of him on sabres.com and the Sabres May you rest in peace Mr. Martin. You'll be in our thoughts forever!
Dave K
March 16, 2011
Rest In Peace Rico...Your time was too short here on earth but will last Forever in Heaven...Please say ello to my Sister Elicia as she has been there for quite sum time..
Angie Prendergast
March 16, 2011
Mr. Rick Martin, RIP#7, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.THE PRENDERGAST FAMILY.
Patti
March 16, 2011
My condolences to the family of Rick Martin. The French Connection and the Sabres provided many fond memories of my father and I bonding over hockey. My father has since passed on in 2009 but he left me one keepsake: autographs from the French Connection for which he stood in line for several hours. The guys asked if my dad was going to sell these autographs on e-bay to which my Dad beamed and said no, they are for my daughter. Thanks for giving me those memories. You just never know how little things like that mean alot to others. Rick and of course my father will be missed.
John & Carolina Lockhart
March 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike/Jackie Bogdan
March 15, 2011
Rico you may be gone but the memories are forever.
Marianne McCallum
March 15, 2011
Thankyou Rick Martin for being the outstanding player,kind man,and such a gentleman. I was a teenager during the Frenchconnection's hay day. Mr.Martin was a big part of my love for hockey . The Buffalo Sabres will always be a part to Buffalo.Rick Martin is gone but will never be forgotten.
J P
March 15, 2011
RIP, truly a great one...
J P
March 15, 2011
RIP, truly a great one !!
Lynn
March 15, 2011
I have so many memories of Rick Martin and the French Connection.I still have the autograghed post card of Rick Martin from 1973.He surley was one of the finest!Condolences to the family.
Fan Forever
March 15, 2011
Our condolences to the Martin family. Such fond memories of a fantastic Sabre who was always present on and off the ice. I can remember going to Swiss Chalet on Niagara Falls Blvd and looking across the street at Rico's Trucks & Stuff hoping to see my favorite Sabre. In the 90s I remember working for a local company and Rick had an appointment with my boss and I was so thrilled to meet him as he was such an accomplished businessman. A few summers ago, my husband and I saw Rick and his dog at Antique World outside. I had to laugh as we were looking for those vintage Sabres glasses (Shoenfeld, Korab, Martin, Perreault) and here was the living legend himself, right there, outside. He gave a smile and said hello to all. We thank you for being such a gentleman and for the many happy memories you gave us.
Sabrina Kraska
March 15, 2011
It is horrible to know that he is gone with Mr. Martin being so close to my family. It hurts to know he's not here anymore. To the Martin family I am sorry for the loss and the Kraska's will always be here for you. It was a pleasure getting to know him, even though I am only 13 Mr. Martin was my mentor in life, always telling me never give up as well as my dad did. He always had a way to make me smile and always wanted me to take up golf. I will always remeber him saying "one day your going to beat your dad" thats never going to happen!. I am going to miss you dearly and I love you Mr. Martin you were like my second dad. The Martin family, you are in my prayers.
Love you always,
Sabrina Kraska your favorite witch!
Rest in peace...
Rosanne Myers
March 15, 2011
May you rest in peace Rick Martin.....you were truly a great hockey legend. You will be missed by all Sabres fans
Chandra Smith Campbell
March 15, 2011
Remembering the "French Connection"...Rest in Paradise Buffalo's Hockey Hero...
Teresa
March 15, 2011
"Rest in peace Rick"
sabrina kraska
March 15, 2011
He was an amazing man and myself only being 13 getting to know him was a life changing experience. He always had a way to make you smile when your down. Mr.Martin was a great mentor to my brother, sister, and also me. He was always there for my family and my mom and dad. God bless to the family and Mr. Martin I am going to miss you dearly! R.I.P
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If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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