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Paul, Lillian, Kitanna and Shawn Martin
Paul, Lillian, Kitanna and Shawn Martin
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Paul, Lillian, Kitanna and Shawn Martin Obituary
The family had been visiting relatives in Oklahoma and was flying to Searsmont, Maine, where they planned to spend the holidays at their farmhouse.
The Martin family was well-known in Searsmont and once hosted the town's Heritage Days celebration after taking down and rebuilding a historic barn on their property, town Clerk Kathy Hoey said.
Paul Martin, 49, was the founder of a marketing research firm in Austin.
A family friend said he was an experienced pilot who frequently flew the family to their summer home in Maine and other spots around the country and in Mexico.
"He'd been flying for years and years," said Caryn Macdonald, a longtime friend whose husband worked as the senior analyst at Martin's company, TFCinfo.
Lillian Martin, 45, was a stay-at-home mom who was thinking about returning to marine archaeology, Macdonald said. She wrote "The Art and Archaeology of Venetian Ships and Boats."
The family spent the summer in Crete so Lillian Martin could help excavate an ancient shipwreck. While she worked, Paul Martin taught the children how to scuba dive and helped Kitanna work on a science fair project about ancient pottery.
"Whatever they did, the whole family did it with a whole heart," Macdonald said. "They were just a very active and lively family."
227 Entries
Denise Russo
October 6, 2017
To the Martin family,
I am deeply saddened to finally understand why I have not heard from Lillian or Paul after a search on my computer led me to their obituary. I am in tiotal disbelief! Lillian and I spent time together studying Italian at Harvard. And our friendship grew to include many of her friends and husband Paul and children. I spent my summers with their family in Maine. And often they would come to my house in Massachusetts. I have never met such a selfless couple who enjoyed life and welcomed you with open arms. They gave so freely of their time and resources. How did I not know of their tragic ending? I will miss them terribly and lament the fact that I did not seek out the truth to find them sooner. I merely thought they were on some fantastic journey and would surface with stories of their adventures.Now I know that it was their creator who was calling them and that they are together in peace. Had I not had a powerful dream about them last night, I would still be wondering about them. I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful family! They have touched my life and will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ralph Pedersen
April 14, 2017
Even after all these years, Lillian remains a bright spot in my memories of our time in the Nautical Archaeology Program at Texas A&M. Through the classes, fieldwork at Uluburun, and even her visits to visit us in New York later on, her friendship was most valued.
Richard and Boupha Wills
October 21, 2016
Even after these many years, you are remembered, and you are missed.
Brandon Macnair
August 5, 2013
Many years have passed, and yet I still am able to recall the Martin Family being one of the most charitable, kind-hearted, and picture perfect families that could ever be thought up. Even today, I cannot help but remember me and Shawn's little third-grade adventures, and how much I would look forward to seeing his entire family after school; or how after we were placed into separate classes for the following years of elementary school, I would still never miss out on our friendly exchange of waves as we passed one another on our trips to recess or lunch. I was incredibly sad to move away from Shawn, as well as the entire Martin family, but was absolutely devastated when I returned to town for one summer, only to learn this tragic news. The memory of our friendship has not ceased to bring a smile to my face, and a tear to my eye. To this day, and for the rest of my life I will never forget the intelligent, respectful, and creative young man that I had the pleasure of calling my best friend throughout my years in Round Rock. The Martin Family will forever have its place in my memories and in my heart. May their souls rest in piece.
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Brittney
September 27, 2012
We weren't super close. But you were in my small group at church in 5th grade. I didn't really have a lot of friends there but you always were so nice to me and you always talked to me. I think about you a lot still and I always wonder if we would have ever ended up being close friends. I can't wait till I get to see you in heaven one day and thank you for being so kind.
December 1, 2010
God bless the Martins and the lives they affected.
Gina Azzarito
September 5, 2010
It's been so long since you all have walked on this Earth, and yet it feels like no time at all. I know everyone who knew them are at different stages of their grief, but I know we are all coming to the point where our memories of them are fading. And although it is painful at times to remember, it's a terrifying aspect to forget.
Shawn- You were my best friend, and I won't ever forget you. We shared so many fun times together, and I have so many fond memories of you. Even now whenever I walk by your house I can almost here your voice calling out from the back yard "Hi Gina!". All these memories I have of you, and they all make me want to laugh and cry at the same time. I wish I could list them all, but I know the list would never end. I miss our long talks on the phone whenever you were in Maine, and I miss coming over to your house afterschool to hang out. I wonder all the time what you would be like if you were still here. What highschool would you be attending, what classes would you be taking, and the most terrifying thought of them all; would we still be friends? I know none of these questions can ever be answered, but I know I will ponder them for the rest of my life. May you rest in peace, and I look forward to our meeting in heaven.
Kitanna- I'm sad to admit that I can't rememeber you hardly as well as your brother, but I can still fondly remember singing Coyote in the car and howling out the windows. I remember your beautiful, angelic face, and your warm, and tender nature. I wish I could've seen you grow into a beautiful young lady, but that wasn't in God's plan. I miss you dearly, and I await the day when we a reunited in heaven.
Mr. Martin- You were such an inspiration to me. You often gave me such excellent advice, and set such high standards for me and your son that I still live by today. I miss having you there as a source of wisdom, and yet I know that you have gone on to become a much wiser spirit than Earth could ever have let you become.
Mrs. Lillian- You were such a warm and giving person! You put up with me and Shawn running amok in your house, and I applaud you for your patience with us. You had such a true and contagious laugh, and you brightened everyone's day. Godspeed.
To the friends and family of the Martins- Keep holding on, we can all get through these upcoming years together.
Lauren
September 5, 2010
It's been almost four years since you passed away. I was reminded today of our great loss by a dear friend. Had we all grown up together, you would have loved it. Shawn, you and Kitanna would have loved everything. Though our original group has split, you are still the one thing that keeps us together. Thank you. You will always be in our hearts.
Kaylee Pickering
May 5, 2010
I love you all sssooo much... it is so hard to come to terms with the fact that you are really gone, even now. I miss you and wish I could see you just one more time. I wish I could see what you would look like if I were to see you here in 9th grade with me. I remember playing Harry Potter on the playground. Shawn you were always Harry, Mike was Ron, and I was Hermione. I miss and love you all ssooo much.
Cassie
March 2, 2010
Kitanna, I miss you so much. I remember how we used to be best friends in first grade. The day I found out that your life was over was the hardest day of my life. Knowing I would never see you again, never talk to you again. I miss your laugh, your smile. I will miss you and I think about you every day. Always know that I love you.
Kelsey Martin
January 26, 2010
Everyday i think about your touch, everyday i wish i could tell you i miss you so much, Tears stream down my face as i try to hide a wounded place, where shadows remain and spider crawl i try to forget all the pain involved my heart remains to love and be a place for your faces to stay unharmed and safe, where all our memories sore above,i will love forever till GOD above desides to take my life away and forever ill be by your side til the ending days
Hannah
December 17, 2009
I miss you Kitanna, I think about you ever day. You where always so good a dodge ball. You got me out ever time.
It has been two years since we lost you. I did not know you very well but now I wish I had tried harder to get to know you. You were so pretty, Angels are with you now. I always felt you could be one. I wish you were here.
It has been a long two years.
Love you girl, Say hi to Jesus for me Kitty Kat!
John Wallace
January 21, 2007
Lillian and her family were childhood friends in Miami. Our fathers were pilots for Eastern Airlines. We didn't know that we were both living in the Austin area until last year. Good friends, loving family and very sad news.
Mackenzie Monroe
January 13, 2007
Kitanna Matin was one of my very good friends. She was very funny and smart. Many people that I know were crying during our church service at hill country and our school. Kitanna Martin will always be in my heart. I LOVE U, KITANNA!!
Mary Jacobs
January 11, 2007
May you feel God's gracious embrace as you feel the deep ache of grief.
Kelly Webster
January 10, 2007
I was visiting my mother-in-law, who lives in Indian Creek Apartments in Bucyrus, OH, when the crash occurred. My prayer is for the comfort that only Jesus can give to wrap around those who are mourning. May Paul, Lillian, Kitanna and Shawn rest in His arms together.
Pam Tucker
January 10, 2007
Paul and Lillian have touched so many lives. I have known Paul since we worked together at 3M back in 1987. Paul got me flying again and helped my find my airplane. I think of him often as I fly, even before this tragedy. Lillian and Paul seemed like the perfect couple and I will continue to have fond memories of a family that lived large. My prayers go out to Paul's and Lillian's families.
Patti Stoneham
January 9, 2007
Shawn joined our Boy Scout Troop last year and actively participated in our monthly campouts. Lillian also joined us on two of our canoeing campouts. Most recently Shawn traveled with us to Space Center Houston where he spent the night with his fellow Scouts, built and launched a rocket, and played among the many exhibits. He was a quiet Scout and always polite to others. We will not have the privilege of watching him mature into a young man and have the opportunity to become an Eagle Scout, but I know that he now soars higher than any eagle of this world. We will miss you, Shawn.
Raine Maggio
January 8, 2007
I had both Shawn and Kitanna in my gifted class for several years at Great Oaks. They were unique and confident children who showed everyone what it was like to love being who you were. They were a family that we can all learn from and I know that I will apply the lessons learned from them in my own life and in my classroom. My heart goes out to all the friends and family that are mourning this loss. May God help you all as you heal from this tragedy.
Gerry Doire
January 7, 2007
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Tracy and Kay and daughters Stander
January 6, 2007
There has not been a day since this happened that the family has not been in our prayers. May the Lord bless each and everyone of their family and friends.
The Stander family.
Karen Holmberg-Smith
January 5, 2007
Earl and Sandra, Dale and Betsy: My heart aches for you all. I have so many fond memories of time spent with the Martin family before any of us were married. The last time I saw Paul was (I think) at your mother's visitation, and he was so happy talking about Lillian, and how amazing she was. He then seemed so in love, and it sounds like that never changed. My prayers are with you all, and your families. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Angela Spies
January 4, 2007
Dearest Kitanna,
You were the sweetest little angel who always encouraged me and the day I found out i was in tears all day we mourn over the loss but we all know you're in a better place. We all love you and will miss you terribly but it's good that you all died simontaneously so you all went to see the king together. Not goodbye... see ya'
The Cloyds
January 4, 2007
Our first friends in Maine will be waiting to greet us again in the great barn in the sky! You will be missed. Carlie, Michael, Sam and Emma
Rev. and Mrs Richard Reynolds
January 1, 2007
We have such fond memories of this family. As a teenager, Lillian and our children were together every summer in Maine. It is comforting to know that Lillian continued on her faith and raised her family to know and serve our Lord Jesus Christ.
Michael Marsden
December 31, 2006
A sad and very tragic loss
Tim Wilson
December 31, 2006
Your joyful living was inspirational and you are dearly missed. God bless you and hold you close. Love always,
Brittney McKinley
December 31, 2006
Kitanna was in my group in Sunday school at church. She was always nice and kind to me and others. I will miss her very much. I can't wait till I see her in heaven.
Debbie & Jim Taylor Jared & David
December 30, 2006
It is hard to find the right words, for there are none that can comfort a family after such a loss. Paul was a remote (never had met) business associate of my husbands until they learned in casual conversation that our families were going to be close by in Maine in the summertime. We met the family many years ago and have visited with them every year except this part summer, when the Martins went to Europe instead. My mind races with the many ways in which they touched our lives, but most profoundly, they lived lives of greatness. True family and spiritual values, giving of themselves while enjoying every minute of life - what could be better? Their stories and experiences were the envy of many, and their humility to share themselves was beyond generous. The only consolation I can possibly find in this tragedy is that they are together, as they have always been. I wish for their families the courage to celebrate their lives and relish in what must be wonderful memories, and hope that some day you will be reunited.
With much love and thanks to the Ray and Martin families for raising and sharing these people with so many of us.
Debbie Gilbert and Jim Taylor, Jared and David
JT
December 29, 2006
I did not know the family- Rest In Peace. May GOD watch over you all.
Tammy Johnson
December 28, 2006
Although we did not know this family they will never be forgotten by us. To the family and friends who did know them you are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember that they are not gone but that they are now traveling together in Heaven.
Del Silvia
December 28, 2006
Paul Lillian, shawn and Kitanna, My family and I have such wonderful memories of all of you. What fun it was when we got together. We'll remember you always. See you again someday.
Haley Camden
December 27, 2006
We were priveleged to know the Martin family for a brief time,as our daughters played soccer together for one season last year. The girls also played together outside of soccer a couple of times--Kitanna's love for the Lord was evident as she sang songs from her AWANA group in her church. Lillian was a bright light with a giving heart. From the first moment we met,she offered her friendship and was willing to help in any way she could-with soccer carpooling,etc. The last time I saw her was at a soccer tournament about a month ago --Shawn was playing. Lillian was having a conversation with another mom--she was laughing and bubbly as always. I aspire to be as kind, caring and humble as the Martin family. Our prayers are with you.
Anesti Jordanoglou
December 27, 2006
My
family's life was richly enriched by Lillian and her family. They were bright lights in so many lives. We miss them. We know God
holds a special place for them in His heart and in His Kingdom.
We pray for His healing hand to bless His extended family.
Alena Fox
December 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with those that knew and loved the Martins. I have heard many good things about the Austin area, and I have heard that they were one of those good things as a family. God Bless you all.
Elpida Hadjidaki
December 27, 2006
The members of the Hellenic Institute of Maritime Archaeology met Lillian during the excavation of the prehistoric wreck at Dokos, where she dived with us for two seasons. We shall all miss her livliness, Paul's unstoppable optimism, and the smiles and happy laughter of the children. Their memory lives on in our hearts.
Yiannis Vichos
Katerina DeLouca
Giorgos Papathanassopoulos
Nikos Mountakis
Yiannis Lolos
Faidon Antonopoulos
Stellas Demestika
Giorgos Koutsouflakis
Christos Agouridis
Elpida Hadjidaki
December 27, 2006
Lillian, Paul, Kitanna, and Shawn were with us this summer, while Lillian helped to excavate a Minoan shipwreck. The whole community of underwater archaeology in Greece knew Lillian and loved her. With many of us she has friendship going back over twenty years, participating in many projects including the excavations at Phalsarna and Dokos. This summer she cheerfully dived to over 45 meters every day, while the kids lived at the seashore and Paul watched over them. She was hoping to return this summer too.
The word of their loss has been slow to reach their friends in Greece but we are all shocked and heartbroken, and our love and prayers go out to the family. Members of the underwater dig at Pseira, Crete, will miss her greatly.
Elpida Hadjidaki
Michael Marder
Nike Marder
Ioanna Hadjidaki
Giorgos Klontzas
Kostas Kirsanoff
Nikos Golfis
Ioanna Roussia
Georgos Garantonakis
Dimitris Timologos
Ioanna Damanakis
Vasilis Mentoyannis
Sofia Frangolopoulou
Catherine Azzarito
December 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family. I pray for strength and guidance for you all at this time. I knew Lil and Paul briefly while visiting my family in Round Rock. They will miss their friends greatly as will so many others. God bless you all.
Vicki Nolen
December 26, 2006
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to your family. We never meet, but you have touched many of our hearts in Bucyrus.
Cub Scout Pack 174
December 26, 2006
We shared the joy of life the Martin's brought to our Scouting community, and, we share in the sadness of their passing. Please accept our sympathies.
Donna Watson
December 26, 2006
The Martin's went to our church. I am so sorry to hear of this loss. My prayers are with their family/
Sheri Young
December 26, 2006
I am sorry for the loss your family has had to endure. My family has also recently suffered a loss of a young family member due to a tragic accident. May the prayers and thoughts of you and yours provide some comfort in the days ahead.
joyce Timmons
December 26, 2006
TO THE MARTIN FAMILY. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME OF NEED
Raymond Spears
December 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Roger Peterson
December 25, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
April Sigler
December 24, 2006
May the lord bless each and every one of you during your time of loss. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Love,April,Tony,Mason Sigler and Trevor Rinehart
Fanny, Richard, Hilary, and Gregory Walker
December 24, 2006
We are grateful for the times we shared with the Martins--eating their Maine blueberries, reading their travelogues, seeing them at the kids' schools. They enriched our lives immeasurably with their kindness and their love of life. We will miss Paul, Lillian, Shawn, and Kitanna very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with their family and all who loved them. May their memory be eternal.
with our love,
Fanny, Richard, Hilary, and Gregory
char robinson
December 24, 2006
Sorry for your Loss you have my Sympathy
Char Robinson
December 24, 2006
I was so sorry to hear about the Loss of this family how sad that was the family have our Deepest Sympathy.
jim & kathey stander
December 24, 2006
Bless you all and may god be with each and every one of you.
Hal Weiland
December 24, 2006
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your loved ones.
Hal Weiland
Dr. Jerry M. Fay
December 24, 2006
May this family know total love and peace in the arms of Jesus.
Chad &Jennifer Stander
December 23, 2006
Sorry for the loss and may god bless you all.
The Stander Family
Indian Creek Apartments
Ellen Morris
December 23, 2006
Over the past 15 or more years, it has been my pleasure to cut Lillian's hair. She was the type of person that could make you feel as if you've been lifelong friends from a single meeting. Never have I met someone with a purer heart or warmer smile. This was a truly amazing family that spread goodwill and harmony wherever they went. Thank you, Martins, for touching us all. You will be greatly missed.
Wayne & Laura Pfleiderer
December 23, 2006
What a Christmas the Martin family is having this year!
may the peace of God be with all of you who mourn the lose of such a delightful family.
Are prayers are with you. God bless
Julie Rexroad
December 23, 2006
Your family is in our prayers. Our whole town has you in our thoughts and in our hearts. God Bless.
Todd and Diana Pfaff
December 23, 2006
Martin Family,
Although we did not know the young Martin Family well, we knew of them and enjoyed the stories of adventure. Our hearts are heavy for your loss, and we will fondly remember the Martin Family as brothers and sisters in Christ and as family of Hill Country Bible Church.
wendell and brenda sandlin
December 23, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dave and Glenda Hamlin
December 23, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sonya Hinklin
December 23, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
The Breckenridge's
December 23, 2006
Tradgedy touched our community and left an emotional impact on all of us.The Martin Family is in our thoughts and prayers.May God bless you,your family and those who knew you in this time of sarrow.
Angela Ruth
December 22, 2006
We are sorry about you lost. We live a few minutes from Bucyrus. Remember all of the good times you had with them. God Bless All of You.
Sara Sahibzada
December 22, 2006
Shawn and Kitanna were two of the most amazing people I've ever met and I can't believe they're gone. . . she didn't even get to see middle school, he never got to play in honor band. . .
They were special, unique, unforgettable. 4 amazing lives, cut off before Christmas.
My deepest sympathies to all their family and friends
Teresa Azzarito
December 22, 2006
The Martins were truly great people and i think i speak for everyone when i say i am very honored to have known them. They were the kind of people who could change your life completely just by meeting them. My family grew to know them very well and we will miss them dearly. Each and every one of them will remain in all of our hearts forever.
William Forrest
December 22, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. God gives us his grace in our rememberance of Paul, Lillian, Kitanna and Shawn.
Every year when they were on Moody Mountain, they would come to our family gathering at the Wentworth homestead. We enjoyed playing games with the children very much.
( All our love Bill & Barbara Wentworth Forrest )
Stephen Horton
December 22, 2006
It is hard to understand why tragedies like this happen. Paul and Lillian contributed so much to the community. Whenever we look across the mountain ans see their yard light on at the farm, we think of them.
( Stephen and Abby Horton )
Jenny Clark
December 22, 2006
To Paul and Lillian's Family. Your loss is our loss as we were a family. They couldn't do enough for us while they were here and the kids we enjoyed as if they were our oun Grand Children. Our telephone calls when they were in town keeping us up on what they were doing. The calls to see how we were, hugs & kisses were exchanged as we said goodbye. Lillian always brought her baked goodies and invited us to a meal. She loved to cook. Paul always asking Howard what this or that was in the barn that we gave them. May God be with you all, as this time of year is hard on all of us. Maybe we feel little or many pain as Jesus, was nailed to the cross. Love to all of you. ( LOVE JENNY & HOWARD CLARK )
Debra McIntyre
December 22, 2006
To the family of Paul and Lillian -
Our deepest condolences at the tragic passing of Paul and Lillian and their children. We were looking forward to seeing them over the holidays. It won't be the same driving by the farmhouse not seeing Shawn and Kitanna playing in the field or down in the brook.
May God bring you peace and may they rest in peace.
( Neighbors on Diamond Street.)
Paul Leeper & Debra McIntyre
Clarence Drinkwater
December 22, 2006
_A-LOSS TO MOODY MOUNTAIN. SEARSMONT.
I was very sorry to hear about Paul and Lillian Martin and family.
Lillian and her family was much loved by the Drinkwater family.
My love and prayers go out to Vera and family.
We will miss Lillian,Paul,Kitanna and Shawn very much.
With love I will say good by till we meet again. WITH TEARS & LOVE
Mackenzie Monroe
December 22, 2006
Kitanna was a good friend of mine. She always brought me up when I was down. I will always remember her wonderful smile and her hilarious jokes. Kitanna...I wish she had never left. I will always remember the tragic day when I heard that Kitanna left this world. My friend, Kaitlin, and I will definitely miss her. Sometimes I just can't believe she is really gone. Sometimes, I think she will return. But right now I am just saying goodbye. She will always be in my heart.
Jack&Marie Evans
December 22, 2006
It is with a sad heart that we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the families of our dear friends Parul & Lillian Martin.Our prayers are with you and the friendship they offered us on our visits to Austin will be cherished in our hearts for ever.
LAURIE & LOGAN cOOPER
December 22, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Patricia Eicher
December 22, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Dilgard ,Property manager,Indian Creek Apartments
December 21, 2006
I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the Martins.It was such a tragic loss of an extraordinary family. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. May God bless you.
RESIDENTS OF INDIAN CREEK APARTMENTS
December 21, 2006
WE OFFER ARE CONDOLENCES TO THE MARTIN FAMILY AND FRIENDS.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYS.
Kyle Hardison
December 21, 2006
Even though Shawn and I were not very close I still will miss him deeply.We were in the same 5th grade class. Shawn was one of the only people who was nice to me. My dearest thoughts are with the Martin family as they are going through their time of loss. May God be with you always and forever .
The Hardison Family
December 21, 2006
We are so saddened by this tragedy.The Martins have made an impact on this community and everywhere across the globe that they have traveled. What an inspiration they are to our family and their passing will be a reminder us to live life to the fullest and to never take a moment for granted. We are praying for all those grieving at this time. We know that our life here on Earth is just a journey, a temporary stay on our way to a better life with our creator. They will be greatly missed in this community.
Diane K.
December 21, 2006
We sense the loss as if it were our own. You will be missed.
Bob and Judy Grochowalski
December 21, 2006
Dear Martin Family,
We cannot begin to express with words our sympathy for your family. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We have learned so little about Paul, Lillian, Shawn and Kitanna, through the news but also enough to know that they were a loving, vibrant family that lived life to the fullest. Even though we did not know them personally the loss of this special family has left a hole in the hearts of many in Bucyrus, Ohio.
May God hold you in the palm of his hand and comfort you during this time of great sorrow.
Samuel Carlson
December 21, 2006
Shawn and I were very close friends. We helped each other through many troubles. We treated each other like brothers. Right before he left, he gave me two Christmas presents. One was a homemade candle (Which he gave to his other friends), and the second was a metal necklace with a special key on it. It's surprising he'd do all that for me. I am very grateful for him. Though he isn't with me on Earth, he's with me in my heart.
Margaret Case
December 21, 2006
I would like to wish my deepest condolences for all those who are grieving the sudden loss of the Martin family. I had known Lillian since 1980. They were true Christians, and are together now in heaven.
Dianne Guenther
December 21, 2006
May I extend my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the Martins. I have friends in Bucyrus, and do not know Paul, Lillian, Kitanna, and Shawn. I now feel I have brothers and sisters in Texas through our Lord Jesus as we all mourn the passing of a fine family. They will be fondly remembered. God Bless.
Guy, Teddi, and Linda Cuccio
December 21, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of Paul, Lillian, Shawn, and Kitanna. May God be with and bless you through this troubled time.
The Cuccios
Susan
December 21, 2006
This is a great loss for the students, parents and teachers of Great Oaks and Cedar Valley. The Martins are an inspiration to make the most of the present and not wait for the future. I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers to the Martin family, extended families and multitude of friends.
Nancy Valdez
December 21, 2006
My thoughts and Prayers are with all members of the Martin Family ..........you will be missed greatly Kit.
Rodger, Julie & Cody Davis
December 21, 2006
May Memories keep your loved ones always in your heart and mind.
With Deepest Sympathy
Connie Schifer
December 21, 2006
My family and I send our heartfelt condolences on your loss. May God give you strength over this difficult time. God Bless you all
ARVINE KINDINGER
December 21, 2006
MY WIFE AND I WISH TO EXTEND OUR SYMPAHY TO ALL THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE MARTINS. WE KNOW THEY ARE ALL TOGETHER IN HEAVEN AND WITH THEIR GOD. GOD BLESS THOSE WHO WERE THERE FRIENDS. WE IN BUCYRUS FEEL YOUR PAIN
ARVINE & PEG KINDINGER
Sarah Gilbertson
December 21, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Amy Perryman
December 21, 2006
To the families of Lillian, Paul, Shawn and Kitanna, I am so very sorry for your immeasurable loss. Here in Maine, they are missed so much already. I am thankful to have known them throughout the last few years, both in my work at the library that they used and loved while here in Maine, as well as a guest on their beloved farm. To Lillian's Mom, whom I met briefly last year at the farm Christmas gathering, my very deepest sympathy. May the memories of having raised such an amazing daughter, whose spirit will live on through all the lives she touched, bring you some comfort, now and forever. Dear Shawn and Kitanna's shining faces will stay in our family's hearts forever. Paul and Lillian's friendship will be a treasure to me always.
Patrick & Eunice Collene Family
December 21, 2006
My God Bless you and keep you.
Spiritual maturity is knowing that God is in control and no need to question or understand why He does what He does.
You are in our thoughts and prayers and we ask God to give you faith and strenght in this time of need.
Portia Liles
December 21, 2006
My sincere condolences to the Martin family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Harding Polk
December 20, 2006
Lillian and I were classmates in the Graduate Program in Underwater Archaeology at TAMU back in the mid 1980s. Lillian was always a happy and cheerful person. And talented, too. We lost contact for a while but over the course of the last 10 years or so we exchanged letters/emails. It was always exciting to hear about what wonderful adventures she and her family were up to. I feel as though I knew the rest of the family and got to watch the children grow up. This has hit me hard. My deepest sympathies to the Martin and Ray families. Roni and I will miss your wonderful Christmas letters.
Harding and Roni Polk
Dereck McDonald
December 20, 2006
On behalf of the faculty and students of Wynford High School, I would like to offer our sincerest sympathies to the relatives, friends, and classmates of the Martin family. This is a tradedy that all can understand, the loss of a loving and caring family. Both Kitanna and Shawn sound like students that any teacher would feel fortunate enough to have in class. While no one here may have known of the Martin family, we all share in your loss.
Betty yust
December 20, 2006
Betty Yust
Ellen Dimond
Dan and Jean Cox
Karla Absher
Tulsa friends of the family
Al Pfahler
December 20, 2006
Sometimes eventhough we are half a country apart, we can still pray for those of you that were left behind. May God be with you All, and we will be praying for you all that God will give you strength in these trying times.
Alice Hayne
December 20, 2006
I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.
KettleRun Apartments
December 20, 2006
We at Kettle Run Apartment are thinking of each of you and are keeping you in our prayers.
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