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John Martine Obituary
PEABODY — John Frederick Martine, 59, of Peabody died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, June 18, 2009.
Born on Aug. 15, 1949 in Charlestown, John is survived by his cherished wife of 36 years, Judy (Marshall) Martine of Peabody, and their beloved daughter, Tracy Dolan and her husband Spencer of Bedford.
John was a 1973 graduate of Northeastern University and physical education teacher for the city of Boston for 35 years. Throughout his career, John touched the lives of many students promoting physical fitness and athletics. John maintained his own healthy lifestyle well into his retirement and enjoyed spending his time between Peabody and his home in Florida.
John is also survived by his mother-in-law, Rita Marshall of Lynn; sister, Susan Faro and her husband Joseph of North Andover; sister, Karen Miltner and her husband Albert of Rochester, N.H.; his mother, Jeanette Martine; sister, Joyce Pennybaker and her husband David of Winthrop; and many nieces and nephews; and his dog, Ollie. John was predeceased by his father-in-law, John J. Marshall.
ARRANGEMENTS: At the request of the family a private family service was held on Saturday, June 20, 2009. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130 www.mspca.org or to Northeast Animal Shelter, 200 Highland Ave., Salem, MA 01970 www.northeastanimalshelter.org For online obituary and memorial guest book please visit www.ccbfuneral.com.
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Ronald Pereira
June 29, 2009
Dear Judy,
I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. I went to Northeastern with him (Boston Bouve '72). We came in as freshman together and served on the PE Majors Club together. I don't think a conversation went by without him mentioning your name....about something you had said or done, or someplace you had visited together. I'm not sure if we ever met, but I felt that I knew you. He was also proud of being a Bunker Hillbilly. (I think he said he played the bass tub.) I have since met other Hillbillys (Jim Kelly, and Kevin Ward) and they new John and spoke very highly of him. I heard of his passing from John Simonetti, also from NU, and working as a teacher in Dorchester, and I passed the news on to others that we graduated with. Our prayers are with you and your family.
He was a good man, and I will remember him as a happy man with a quick smile and a love for his "Judy".
June 28, 2009
Dear Judy and Tracy,
I was so upset to hear of Johns passing. I knew him from the pool at the Tannery and the YMCA. He spoke often of how important it was to exercise and take care of ones health.
I have many fond memories of him. You
are both in my thoughts. I pray for your family.
ELAINE MAGUIRE
PEABODY MASS
Jean Lewis
June 27, 2009
Judy,
I am truly shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you. Jean (O'Donnell)
Ann Marie Houlihan
June 25, 2009
So saddened to hear of John's passing. I have fond memories of growing up with him in Charlestown.
My condolences to all of his family . I do remember his devoted mother Jeanette from Russell Street.
Flossie's Daughter,
Ann Marie
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June 25, 2009
So saddened to hear of John's passing. I have fond memories of growing up with him in Charlestown.
My condolences to all of his family . I do remember his devoted mother Jeanette from Russell Street.
Flossie's Daughter,
Ann Marie
Paula Fatersik
June 24, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all of John's family. As a colleague, he was the most positive, engaging and down to earth person for those of us lucky enough to work with him. Years ago, the Wheatley Middle was filled with his humor and warmth which we were privileged to share.
My prayers are with you.
Sophia Nanis
June 24, 2009
Judy,
I was so sad to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
Andrea White
June 23, 2009
Judy & Tracy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. John was a great man. We are all thinking of you, he will be missed. We miss you Judy, stay strong. See you soon.
Bruce Durkee
June 23, 2009
Judy,
I was so sad to hear about John, he was your perfect mate. I am grateful to have known John and learned from his devotion to you what a true companion is to someone. His memory will last forever. Our prayers are with you.
Bruce
Darrin Ball
June 22, 2009
Tracy and Judy
We are saddend to hear of the news on John's passing.
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Joe Condon
June 22, 2009
Dear Judy and Tracy, I am very sorry for your loss of John. I worked with him at the Umana-Barnes school. He was a man of very high standards and principles.
Sincerely,
Joe Condon
June 22, 2009
Condolences to the family, John was a colleague at the Umana Middle School. He will be missed.
Roz Avant
Pattie Whiting
June 22, 2009
Dear Judy & Tracy,
I was so sad to hear the news about John. It was very unexpected and reminds us that we should cherish those we love daily. I have many fond memories of big, strong John, especially how proud he was to be in the Bunker Hillbilly's. I always thought one day we could get together in Florida. My heart goes out to you both. Love, Pattie
June 22, 2009
Judy, Tracy, and Spencer; Susan & Joe & girls, Karen, Al & boys.....We were SO very sorry to hear about the passing of "Uncle John"....we know what a joyful member of the family that he was to all of you. He will be sorely missed. May all your good memories sustain you...our prayers for strength have been with you. Fondly, Kathy & Billy Iminski, North Andover
Jane Nalieri
June 22, 2009
Judy & Tracy ~ Sending you Warm Hugs!
xx
Cece Emerson
June 22, 2009
To All The Martine Family,
I am so sorry for your lost. I haven't seen John in a long time. I was a neighbor of the Martine's on Russell St. They were the greatest ......I have alot of fond memories. I cherish them greatly.
You are all in my prayers.
Cece(Benoit) Emerson
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