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Oliver Martin Obituary

Oliver Benjamin Martin Grand Rapids Oliver Benjamin Martin, graduate of Waverly High School in 2001 and Grand Valley State University in 2006, went to be with Jesus, his brother Andy, Gram and Grampa in our heavenly home on September 8, 2012. After a courageous battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma he is at last without the pain that he has endured for the last two years. Leaving to cherish his memory are his wife, Raquel (DeLeon) Martin; parents, Mary Ann and Tom Martin; sisters, Anna Marie (Dan) Woloszyn, Suzanne (Rob) Butler; special nephews who love him very much, Isaiah and Ethan Woloszyn; parents-in-law Richard and Carol DeLeon; and brother-in-law Joseph DeLeon. Memorial Services have been held at Delta Presbyterian Church. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Oliver's name to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, or to the family to be placed in a Waverly High School Scholarship Fund. The family is being served by Tiffany Funeral Home.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Sep. 12 to Sep. 16, 2012.

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Deborah Baur

September 13, 2012

Mary Ann my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Deb Baur Colt Custodain.

Rev. Steven and Kathleen Nuss

September 13, 2012

We were so saddened to hear of Oliver's death and the last two painful years of his life. We will keep all the family in our prayers in the coming days.

Jana Kittilson

September 13, 2012

I was deeply saddened to read about Oliver, my prayers and deepest sympathies to the family. God be with you.

Susie Wing

September 13, 2012

So sorry for your loss. My first year teaching at Waverly Middle School I had Oliver as a student. It was 1995 and I remember Oliver as a smart spunky likable kid. Sending love to your whole family. Susie Wing

John Broughton

September 12, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Oliver and I at our senior prom 2001

Kristina

September 12, 2012

My heart and prayers go out to your family Oliver.... you will never be forgotten I am so glad that we got to share so many memories and be friends because you were a great friend. We will miss you.

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