Martin Dardis

I had the opportunity to work as Marty's secretary in the late 1970's. It was very exciting. He was always so kind to me and taught me a lot. Although I was supposed to be protecting him from the press and others, it was him who was always protecting me. I wish I had seen him again. My father passed away on May 16 and then my mother told me Marty had gone too. It was a very sad day indeed. Both gentlemen made an impact on my life. Take care of each other, will you?

My Uncle Marty was the most intelligent man I've ever known. His humor, wit and humanity will be missed. I shall always remember him fondly. My Mother (Kathleen Rose Dardis)was very proud of him. My condolensces and love to our entire family on the loss of a true American Hero.

God Bless the soul of Martin Francis Dardis Love, Charles Martin Loihle

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

God Bless your family
Uncle Marty is someone ive only met a few times in my llifeime but always left a huge impression. The family from the north would have loved to have seen him one last time but it was not to be. Uncle Marty rest in peace and forever know you were loved and respected by all of your family. Your brother Ted wanted to see you this last time but now he will see you in heaven. To a great man and brother , we miss you .First son.love always meredith dardis

I had the great privledge to spend some time with Mr. Dardis. I remember one night on his son's deck a few years back. Sitting back looking at the stars and listening to his stories from his proud past. I remember how happy he was around his children and grandchildren. I will always remember a moment when his grandaughter Haley was pinching his nose. Mr. Dardis and Haley's smile was priceless the way they fed off of each other's happiness. God Bless Mr. Dardis and all his family in a...

Martin F. Dardis, cop, investigator, war hero, story teller extraordinaire and a great friend to the Gene Miller family will be greatly missed. My sisters and I feel fortunate to have had Marty as a frequent dinner guest and to have shared Dolphin season tickets with him. Marty lived life to the fullest. He was a one of a kind - an American Hero.

Kudos to The Miami Herald for writing an obituary that does Martin Dardis' life justice. The Dardis/Dahlberg connection is unbelievable. His life would make a much more interesting book/movie than Woodward's. Rest In Peace

Dear Aunt Barbara and cousins,
I vividly recall every visit I ever had with Uncle Marty because each one was so special and memorable. From the time I was a little girl visiting him in Miami to the last and most recent visit we had at Aunt Judy's house. I was and always will be so very proud to call him my Uncle. Rest in Peace, Uncle Marty.
Love & God Bless, Mary (Iulo) Thickstun, husband Bill, son Andrei

Uncle Marty was a most unforgettable character! Our whole family loved being in his presence...the humor, laughter, stories. Our sincere sympathy and prayers go out to all family members. He is leaving a huge void and will be missed.