Robert Martin

Robert Martin

Robert Martin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 6, 2011.
MARTIN, Robert Ervin Of Orleans, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 4, 2011, following a valiant battle against cancer. Born on January 11, 1933 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late James and Muriel (Langille) Martin. Bob served in the Military and for Judge Advocate General for a total of 46 years of loyal service, as well as H & R Block for 25 years. His passions were photography, volksmarching, and above all, his faith in God. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Kathi (Kate) Irvine, his wife of 26 years, and loving father of: Cheryl Levy (Wayne), Belleville, ON; Dianne Tremblay (Eric), Gatineau, PQ; Joy Hoskin (Shannon), Bridgewater, NS; Robert Martin (Margaret), Hatchet Lake, NS; Pamela Martin, Petit Rocher, NB; Patrick Martin, Bathurst, NB; and Jason Schrader (Kathryn), Vanier, ON. Greatly missed by 16 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren; loving sisters: Blanche Hoare (John), Port Perry, ON and Lillian Saltzman, Bridgewater, NS, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by siblings: Jennie Caldwell Harwood, Dorothy Cooke, Ruth Lyons, James Martin, Hibbert Martin, Charles Martin, and Muriel Martin. Visitation will be held at Kelly Funeral Home, 2370 St. Joseph Blvd. (Orleans) Friday, January 7, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Farewell Celebration of Life will be held at Redeemer Alliance Church, 4825 Innes Road, Orleans on Saturday, January 8, at 2 p.m. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Redeemer Alliance Church. Sincere thanks to his many caregivers, especially to Dr. Carolyn Faught and Dr. Rajiv Samant (OGH); the Ottawa General Hospital 5NE Unit; and finally, Dr. Louise Coulombe, CCAC, and At Home Hospice. Your kindness and compassion will always be remembered.

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This is how my Journey began.

Krystal McCormack

January 8, 2011

Love you Granddad, Thanks for my beautiful middle name... Nicole!

Donna Jazzar

January 8, 2011

Kate, may you find peace in the love of family and strength in the caring words of friends. Love Donna.

Mark Defalco

January 7, 2011

Kate, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

January 7, 2011

Rob,Margaret and family;our condolences to all of you.We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Love,Kenny,Doris and family.

Kathleen and Neil Wilton

January 7, 2011

Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Hoping support from friends and family will carry you through this time of sorrow and great memories of times passed will help heal in days to come.

Graham Rieger

January 7, 2011

Sorry to hear about your Dad, Rob. Our thoughts are with you and your Family.
Graham, Dean & Noah

Christine Casey

January 7, 2011

May the memories of your father always bring a smile to your face.

Joanne Lajoie

January 7, 2011

My condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in your memories and strength in each other. My prayers are with you.

Calvary Temple

January 7, 2011

Dear Shaun & Jen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time with the loss of your grand-dad. May God comfort you and strengthen you.

January 7, 2011

To the Martins,
We are thinking about you during this very difficult time. We hope that knowing that you have friends nearby will help in some small way as you learn to deal with your grief.
Karyn, Glen & family
(Megan and Natasha’s coaches)

Margaret Martin

January 7, 2011

Wishing we could be there in person to support Kathi, my husband Rob and all the family at this time. It is when we see no footprints in the sand that He carries us. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you...
Safe home Grandad, Megan, Natasha and Thomas

Sharon Gladwin

January 6, 2011

Dear Cheryl,Dianne and family: So very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I know this is a very difficult time for you. You're in my thoughts and prayers always.. Deepest condolences, Sharon Gladwin & Terry McLeod and family

January 6, 2011

We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May the wonderful and happy memories you all shared help you through this difficult time.
Our Deepest Condolences.
Adriano and Adriana

Betty Morrison

January 6, 2011

Dear Kate,,My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.May all your happy memories give you strength .

Bob and Rob Martin

January 6, 2011

Helen Howard

January 6, 2011

My thoughts are with you and your family Kate and praying that you will have strength at this difficult time.

January 6, 2011

It was great sadness that we heard of Bob's passing. We offer our deepest sympathy and prayers for you Kate, and your family. May the beautiful memories you have in your heart give you strength.
God Bless, with sincere sympathy.
Douglas & Fernande Patton, London,Ont

Joan Hounsell

January 6, 2011

Kate, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of one you all loved so much. May your faith sustain you on the road ahead.

Jennifer Bamber

January 6, 2011

Kate, my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. My love and prayers to all of you. Love, Jen.

Sandra Sorrenti

January 6, 2011

Kate, my loving thoughts are with you and your family at this time of sorrow and grief.
all my love, Sandra

Frank & Roberta Williams

January 6, 2011

Remembering good times as a child visiting. Going to miss you Uncle Bob. Kate and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Crystal McConnell

January 6, 2011

Kate:

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.


(Troy Mammen's Mom)

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