Martin Van Lierop

Hi Karen We have been out of country for awhile so we are late in wishing you and family all the best on this one year anniversary of Marty's passing. We miss him...Doug and Sandy Meacham

Hi Karen and family: I think of "Smiley" often. Best wishes to you all.

Dear Aunt Karen & Family

I'm so sorry about your loss of Uncle Marty, I know you and the kids will miss him dearly. I wish i had a better chance of getting to know you both but you were moving around so much with Uncle Marty's job. I know we would've had lots of good laughs and been very close. I think of you & the family often even Joanne & Kevin. I can't believe it's a little over a year since Uncle Marty's passing, you and the kids will be in my thoughts. Love your Nephew Bill

Dear Karen & Family

Bill and I just learned of Marty's passing last week. I was very shocked and saddened to read this as Marty certainly was a "presence". I remember the first time I met you two in your apartment on Park Ave when Gerry was living with you. Karen, I can still see you bent over the kitchen sink in the process of changing your hair colour and quite pregnant for Jimmy. I cherish the great big hug Marty gave me at Mom Van Lierop's funeral. Marty was very much a protector of those he loved and I always enjoyed little chuckles with him. Even though I divorced Gerry, I do still miss the family.
Just think of all the fun Marty's having watching from on high. I do think of you often, Karen, so please get in touch--we were such good buddies before I flew the coop and I still miss that. Three years ago, Uncle Lorne Calhoun passed and last April my Mom passed -97 yrs old. I also nearly lost Bill last spring as he had a Kidney transplant and was clinically dead three times in 21 days due to heart problems. God bless you all, Karen-and I know the kids won't remember me but I still remember all of them. Please contact me. Your loving ex sister-out-law, Ruth-Anne searching on line fo

Dear Karen and Family,
As time passes, we all come to appreciate those who accompanied us through the journey of life in new and loving ways. May my Cousin Martin's memory continue to be a part of our family stories. Barbara & Martin van Lierop

KAREN & FAMILY.
A year has already passed, I miss the phone calls , the one on the other end saying MR.'B' Im sure he's watching from above with a big smile .Bless You all .

Don & Colina.
DON

Dearest Karen,
Today as I grieve the loss of a dear brother,you are also grieving the loss of a husband, friend and lover.May he be watching over us and smiling at you from above.
We all miss him very much,however know he is at peace and not in pain.

Dear Karen, Jim, John, Nicole and family:

We know this year has been rough for all of you. Just know that we love and care for you very much. We hope your hearts are healing and that your lives bring you great joy. Our prayers are with you today and always.
Love Kathy and Jim

Karen:
Yes, one year has pasted.We will not forget Marty for he is with us in heart and mind as the days pass.He has found his peace and place to be miss you #1 always. Gerry & Carol

To Van Lierop Family, I just recently heard of Marty's passing and I am very saddened by the loss of a great guy. My memories of Marty go back to how he helped Diane Swiston and myself by making space available in the Calgary plant for us to pack Teddy Bears we were selling to raise money for cancer. He certainly helped make our contribution possible. I will be forever grateful.
My prayers are with you.

Ruth Brown (Winnipeg)

Karen and Family
I was deeply saddened to hear of Marty's passing. I've known him for many years and spent a couple of great Postie golf trips to Myrtle with Marty and the boys. Our sincerest condolences.
Ted Leptick

Karen and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We have great memories of the fun times we spent together in Saskatoon and Ottawa.
He was kind and friendly gentleman and we will all miss him very much.
Take care. Jennifer & Raj Mediratta

Jim,

Just recently heard the news. Please accept my sincere condolences for you, Darlene and your family.

Marty was a mentor to me and I had the utmost respect for him as a colleague but most importantly as a friend I was very shocked to hear of his passing, he will be remembered always in my prayers.

Karen & family

My deepest sympathy. Marty was a great and funny person and I remember the great times on Manse rd in Scarborough with my parents Wilf and Claudette.

take care

Gisele Ayles(Aucoin)

Karen and Family:
Sincere condolences on your loss.

Nadine Shpikula

Karen
Martin will be remembered by me, Joanne and Kevin through the memories of his visits You and the rest of your family will always be in our thoughts

dear karen
jim and i were sad to hear about
marty,s sudden passing.
our sister-law jill told us about it today. jim worked with marty at stn e many years ago.
our thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family.
mary-jane and jim keaney
london ont

TO my western family; Sad to think, the the life of any family member comes to a time that we have to make more room in our hearts for understanding.We all come to a time, that a loved one directs the path we take,this is one taken from within, as a family we will follow with our hearts an yours. "Bye big brother"

Sadly missed, always remembered.

Marty launched my Cda Post career in 1981. An honour to work with Marty.
Prof. Michael Marck, Glasgow, Scotland

I was saddened to hear of Marty's untimely passing. We all haver fond memories of his time with us at Canada Post.

Dear karen,
Larry and I were so saddened to hear of Martin's passing. You have our deepest sympathy, and know that time will eventually lessen the hurt and leave you with many fond memories.
Larry and Linda

Aunt Karen,

I will always remember the time I spent in Calgary and how you and Uncle Marty opened up your home to me. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, John, Jim, Nicole and families.

Love Shawn, Charis and Liam Carter

I am very saddened to hear about the loss of such a wonderful human being. The world was a much better place with Marty in it. Marty was my first manager at CPC. I respected him and admired his strenght and confidence. He was a real leader. He inspired and motivated people to meet their full potential. I will always remember and appreciate Marty for being an excellent manager and mentor.

Karen & Family: Please accepted our deepest sympathy. We didn't see much of you but Ida has kept us posted. Martin was at Joe & Ida's several times when we visited from Florida & it was always a pleasure to see him. Our prayers are with you all. Love Sharon & Danny Muzzin.

Marty was a wonderful man, tough on the outside but warm, funny and kind on the inside once you got to know him. He had a very generous spirit and a good sense of humour. We will always remember the time he took us both out for lunch (for Secretary's Day) to Season's in the Park at Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver. We cherish that memory because you took the time out of your busy day to appreciate us in a special way. That was the best Secretary's Day we've ever experienced to-date. Plus you took Mohini out for lunch (to Monk McQueen's/Van.) when she going off work for a few years to raise her children and you took special pride in showing off your new Acura Legend at that time. You were such a Gentleman.

Liana Davies & Mohini Palad, Canada Post Vancouver

Dear Aunt Karen, John, Jim, Nicole and families,

We are so saddened by the news of Uncle Martin. He was a wonderful man who will be missed dearly. Our thoughts are with you.

Love Sonya, Darrell, Connor, Zach and Jacob

Sorry to here of Marty's passing. I worked with him in Toronto. He was a good man and will be missed by all that he touched.

Dear Karen and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Marty as a good man, honest and direct and I enjoyed working with him for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are joined with yours at this time and in the days ahead.

Karen, John, Jim and Nicole & Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your loss. Marty was a great guy... always a smile, always a witty remark to offer up. I know that he and George are together now, sitting there having a rum and coke talking over old times. Susan, Chad and Todd Bowen

Karen and Family
My condolences on the loss of Marty. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen ,John,James,and Nicole......Marty and I have been friends for a long time and it is hard to believe he won't be there to offer his sage advice...for me and you.I know you will remember the good times and special moments...and his guidance over these many years will get us through this very trying time............Doug Meacham

Karen and family:
Please know that our deepest love and compassion is with all of you at this difficult time. It is obvious how much Marty was loved, admired, and treasured by all who knew him. May God hold Marty in the palm of His hand and keep all of you close to His healing love. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Doug, Leanne, Madison and Mackenzie Keaney.

Aunt Karen,

Our thoughts are with you. He will be greatly missed. He was a great uncle who always put a smile on our faces.

Karen and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Marty was quite the man. When I first moved to Vancouver, I was told "If you want to know what goes on in Pacific region, get to know Marty". I did, and he was all I was told. Tough on the outside, but generous of spirit and totally approachable on the inside. I saw him as a mentor and learned much from him. Please know that he touched so many and had such a positive impact on those he met. A truly great man. He will be missed.

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. If there is anything we can do to help please feel free to call. So sorry Karen, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen Thomas and I were so shocked by the news of Marty's passing. Please know that we are sending lots of love and hugs to you and your family.
Love always and forever Thomas, Brandi, Jackson, and Griffin Keaney

Karen and Family,

I was saddened to hear about the loss of Marty. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

With my deepest sympathy to Karen and Family for the loss of a loved one. Marty was a great guy to work for, he had always had a smile for you. He will be sadly missed by all.

I'm sorry

Dear Aunt Karen, John, Jim, and Nicole:

We were shocked and very saddened by the news. We will miss Uncle Martin's yearly visits. It was always wonderful seeing him and hearing the latest news in all your lives. Randy and I will miss his intelligent, interesting, and humourous conversations. Laryssa and Kaylin will remember his visits -- he always seemed to show up for one of their birthday parties! Uncle Martin has a very special place in all of our hearts. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

All our love -- Rita, Randy, Kaylin and Laryssa Haill

Marty (Smiley) was a fantastic boss and a great friend. God Bless you all in your time of need.

Dear Aunt Karen and family,

I'm truly sorry about the loss of a great husband, father and of course uncle. He was one of the best.

Thinking of you,
Love Suzie, David, Aidan, and baby Mac, xoxoxo

Karen and family
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts go to you and your family. Marty will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a goog freind and I enjoyed his lectures.

Dear Karen and family,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dear Karen,
Please accept our condolences. At this time we're sure your hurting feels as though it won't ever end. In time the hurt will lessen and eventually be replaced with a smile each time you think of Marty and the good times you have shared over the years. Stay strong and take good care of yourself.
Peace,

My thoughts and love are with your family at this time in deepest sympathy. I will always remember my wonderful uncle.
Sincerely,

To The Van Lierop Famnily.very sorry for your loss,Marty was highly respected and liked by every one at CMPP,Played a few rounds of golf with him,God Bless.

Jim: So sorry to hear about your Dad. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Dear Karen, John, Jim, Nicole and families -
We are both very shocked and saddened by the loss of Marty.
Our relationship goes back over 45 years and includes many memories from life on Devonshire Ave. in London. Karen, you, have always been more of a 'sister' than a cousin to us and much loved by all the Jaquith family and certainly by the Keaneys in Brampton.
Know that our children and their wives send their deepest sympathies and love to you as well.
They ask daily "How is Karen?"
Marty was so kind to Mary Jo and me when we visited last March.
It was great to share some laughs over old memories!
You are all in our prayers and hearts.
We will be there with you, in spirit, on Tuesday and will celebrate Marty's memory with the bottle of Shiraz that he sent home with me.
Love you, Jill

KAREN& FAMILY
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU KAREN,JOHN,JIM,NICOLE & FAMILYS ,MARTY WAS A TRUE FRIEND,ALWAYS SAID IT THE WAY IT WAS.HE WILL BE SAIDLY MISSED.

Don& Colina
DON BEIERLE (LETHBRIDGE)

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Karen, I know this is such a difficult time. May you find comfort in Our Heavenly Father's arms and know that He is watching over Marty. Marty was such a wonderful man - one of my most favorite people in the whole world. He was such a positive influence for me in my life and I will always remember him as the gruff bear on the outside with a heart of gold on the inside. With much love. Jackie Graugaard.

Karen
Working with Marty was always an adventure. He kept it all so interesting. Our sympathies to you and your family.

Karen : Marty was always the person to go to for a solution at work.He helped me many times.No one had a bigger heart.My thoughts are with you and your family.Take care.Wally Still

Karen and Family
My heart is truly with you, even though I cannot be there. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Heather and Family

Karen & Family
May you find solace in Marty's many accompishments in his work and life. He left his mark on so many. I have the fondest of memories of your time in Saskatoon. Those were truly special moments in time I will always cherish. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

To Karen and family, Our thoughts are with you. We had some great times together in Saskatoon and in Ottawa. Marty was a great, fun-loving guy. Irene and Len

Dear Karen and family,
Like everyone else we were shocked and saddened to hear of your loss.
Marty was always the most enthusiastic of friends, a great host, and a man who lent his support to many without any hope of public recognition but just because he thought it was the right thing to do. If I could only remember one thing about Marty it would be the way he loved his wife and family. He will be missed by all, even Holly and Colonel Klink!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sadness.
Love,
Mary Jo Arnold and Roy Quesnel
Nanaimo BC

My deepest sympathy to Karen and family, Marty was a great guy and will be missed dearly. Sorry I'll miss the services as I'm in Arizona
Dick Wuetherick

Jim & Family

May it be some what of a comfort knowing that others are thinking of you & yours at this time. Our thoughts are with you.

Susan Gibeault & Stewart McLean
(CANADA POST)

With my deepest sympathy. I will always remember our days of working togehter.

Karen & Family:

He was a great guy and will be remembered and missed by all of us!

Love from all the Cape Breton Bowen Family and Friends!