Frederick-Martin-Obituary

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Frederick P. Martin

Battle Creek, Michigan

Mar 17, 1935 – Jul 16, 2017 (Age 82)

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BORN
March 17, 1935
DIED
July 16, 2017
AGE
82
LOCATION
Battle Creek, Michigan

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Frederick P. "Fred" Martin, 82, of Battle Creek, died July 16, 2017. Fred was born March 17, 1935 in Bellevue to Ralph and Ellen (Jaquay) Martin. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1954. Fred served his country honorably in the U.S. Army for 6 years. Fred married the former...

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We were Married for 55 years, mostly great, a few not. But we loved each other more and more. We had three beautiful children together.. You are a Great man. I Will Love You Forever.If Its Gods Will , I Will Join You In A Few Years. I Love You So Much. And Miss You Even More..Until then REST IN PEACE.

I'm sorry I won't be able to be there. All my love Aunt Shirley... Till we meet again Uncle Fred.

My thoughts are with you, Shirley and your family during your time of loss.

Mr. Martin was my hockey coach from 5 years old all the way to 12. He taught me so much more than the game of hockey. He taught me about loyalty, love of the game, and the importance of team work. He is an inspiring man, even now at the age of 28 I still find myself drifting back to those earlier years wondering how Mr. Martin is doing. You were always in my memories now you will forever be in our hearts. God bless, my heart goes out to the family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our condolences. The Fred Smitley family

I'm so sorry for your loss! I never called him anything other than "dad", probably from the first time I met him. I am so grateful that I knew Fred Martin. He was tough, but loved his family and even those of us who weren't officially family. I always looked for his handwriting on Christmas cards every year. Love to all of you

My uncle, Freddy was the one who inspired me to go into the Army, because of him I spent 21 years in the Army. I can remember when he was station in Germany and would come home on leave, he would always bring me C-rations to try. I will miss him greatly, but I know he is in a better place now and will no longer suffer. I want to say growing up he was like a dad to me. Love you Freddy, will miss you.

Our deepest sympathy to all of you may God comfort you during this time.

RIP Fred.