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Gerald Martin Obituary
Jerry, a 1979 graduate of Lake H.S. and a 1994 graduate of Florida International Univ., was a licensed prosthetist who was known for his talent and his compassion for patients. He traveled extensively to teach and mentor colleagues and made many humanitarian trips to Honduras and Jamaica. Jerry enjoyed sport fishing on the Intercoastal and in the Gulf Stream.
Jerry was preceded in death by grandfathers, Ewell Kenneth Martin, Sr. and Charles T. Kimberly. He will be missed by grandmothers, Florence ``Gross' Martin and Wilma Kimberly; parents, Gerald Martin, Sr., Kitty Lou and Al Murphy; uncle, William Kimberly; sisters, Susan (Ralph) Blake, Patricia Doherty, and Meredith Rose; cousins, Cynthia Reece and Ken (Amy) Martin; former wife, Kimberly Martin Turnage; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation TONIGHT, 4 to 7 p.m. at Hecker Funeral Home in Uniontown, where funeral service will be held Friday, 11 a.m. with Rev. Richard F. Beck officiating. Burial at Uniontown Greenlawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to Uniontown United Church of Christ. (Hecker, 330 699-2600)
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Jim Hoehne
October 22, 2022
I think of you often and with great love and respect. You were always kind to me and taught me much about the business of O and P. RIP Brother.
Jim Hoehne
October 22, 2021
Miss you, Jerry! Hard to believe you´ve been gone this long.
DS
October 22, 2020
Think of you.
DS
October 22, 2019
Thinking of you, DB.
October 22, 2017
Thinking of you,DB.
Jim Hoehne
May 10, 2015
Gone but not forgotten. I think of you often, my friend.
October 22, 2014
Missing you today and always Dear Brother.
Love Dear Sister
May 9, 2014
I was shocked to learn of Jerry's passing. I was his first wife and he was my first true love. My condolences go out to his friends and family.
Debra Johnston in Virginia
Kitty Murphy
August 15, 2013
Thank all of you for your kind words in remembrance of my dear son,Jerry. He was a wonderful son who brought joy to the lives of our family in countless ways. I have returned to this page many times since his passing, and your remembrances touch my heart anew each time I read them.
Jerry's work in prosthetics lives on in the Dominican Republic at the Gerald Lee Martin Memorial Clinic. Students who are studying at the university there get practical experience in the clinic, treating those who would not otherwise have the benefit of modern prosthetic and orthotic care.
I think this living memorial is fitting for Jerry, serving both his passion in caring for his patients and his desire to bring other talented young people into the field . Lets all pray that his compassion for others is infused into each of the students who study there.
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Laura Blumenthal (Selkin)
September 14, 2011
Kitty and Pop, I am sorry to respond so late, but I just learned of Gerry's death. I was looking to find you again, and was terribly saddened by his passing. It comes as no surprise that he grew up to be quite a mensch, and an expert in his field. I'll never forget him.
Debbie Brecker
March 3, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Gerry was my O & P clinician since I have lived in South Florida. I will always remember him for his expertise, kindness and caring.
January 13, 2011
My husband Peter Broomhead and I met Gerry about 2 years ago when Gerry fitted Peter with a Prosthesis.
We found him to be very knowledgable, very encouraging and generous. We were planning a re-visit ,and are very so very sorry to learn of his passing. Our deepest sympathy to his loved ones, Sincerely Joan Broomhead, Jamaica.
Arlene Wint-Thorpe
January 8, 2011
I met Dr. Gerry Martin 4 months after my LBK amputation February 2008 at Manuchant in Jamaica. I discussed with him the possibilities of being fitted with a prosthetic leg payment etc. We became friends immediately and he gave me a physical examination after which he stated that my surgeon did an excellent job. I immediately allowed him to talk with my surgeon and both of them had a lengthy discussion about me.
I flew to FT. Lauderdale last August after many emails and phone calls I met my beloved Dr. Gerry again in Person. I was greeted with a warm welcome as he started working on my mould for my prosthetic leg. 2 days after I did a fitting for my leg. After almost 3 years confined to a wheelchair I stood up and make several careful steps between the bars under his watchful eyes. That was one of the Happiest days in my life. I have been given back my independence, my self-esteem, and I found a true friend in Dr. Gerald Martin.
My heart aches terribly, but I thank God that I was given the opportunity to meet one of the kindest souls I have ever met. Walk good Dr. Martin
David Huse, CP, LP
December 13, 2010
Am deeply saddend to hear of your loss. I met Jerry many years ago when he came from Virginia to Ft. Lauderdale to practice at Archway. I also have a practice in Broward County and we enjoyed working together with patients. We often had our lunches together at seminars and had the best of conversations. He will be sorely missed.
Stephanie Wallace
December 8, 2010
I have known Jerry through the prosthetics world for many years. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his untimely passing. He was always a pleasure to talk to and very kind to me. Seemed to always have a smile on his face no matter what was going on. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and close friend.
November 11, 2010
Jerry was a special friend to me..we only met in august of this year and became good friends. I would make him his favorite things to eat and bring them to his house. He loved oatmeal/raisin cookies and we would munch on them and talk about family,and his passion for his work making people walk again. His new office in New Port Richey brought him so much joy and he was so proud of the place he could finally call "HIS OWN". He had an infectious smile and beautiful blue eyes that would light up when you talked about his grandma gross who he talked with several times a day. We would sit on the bank of the canal at his home and feed the aligator and he told me about his grandfather watching that aligator for hours.I am so glad that I have pictures of him to remember him by and cherish forever,I will miss him to the dept of my soul but am a much richer person for sharing time with him. I hope he is at peace now and with his grandfather watching the aligator on the canal
His dear friend forever
Jeanie
Jonathan Roy,L.P.
November 2, 2010
Jerry will be missed forever,kind heart and patient,we practiced together in previous years, very talented ,always there to share, I am extremely saddened and will miss him and his kindness forever!
Jim Hoehne
November 1, 2010
Jerry was a friend for 15 years. He was talented, smart, kind, generous, and quick to smile. He was a good man and I will miss him.
Thomas Lehrer
November 1, 2010
To The Martin Family: I never did have the pleasure of meeting Jerry, but he did have a profound and positive effect on my son, Cameron Lehrer. Jerry gave Cameron his first job as an Orthotics/Prosthetics technician, and was his first mentor in the field, encouraging Cameron to complete his college education in Orthotics and Prosthetics. Through Jerry's help and mentoring, a "light switched on" in Cameron's mind, and he set forth on a career in the O&P field. Cameron and his family are extremely grateful for the interest Jerry showed in Cameron, and the help and encouragement he gave Cameron. We will forever be grateful to Jerry, and we grieve deeply for your loss. Sincerely, Thomas H. Lehrer
Cameron Lehrer
October 29, 2010
Jerry is the reason I am a clinician in the field of orthotics and prosthetics. I will miss him dearly. I am sorry for your loss.
Gary, Diane Maupin
October 28, 2010
So sorry for your loss.
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