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Steven Martin Memoriam
This obituary was originally published in The Geelong Advertiser.
132 Entries
Erin
January 24, 2025
The song came on, I knew it was you! ...you know, but I know better .. 1234 Birthday song x
-ezz (hunting maser)
Your Family xo
January 12, 2023
11 years have passed
and our sadness is the same
Tears continue to silently fall
for our hearts still feel the pain
Our everlasting wish for you
is that you've found peace within
And with loved ones around you
your full heart can truly sing
We hold you close to ours
and think of you time after time
We look out for the unexpected
in the hope it's a confirming sign
Miss you Sam
Michelle
January 24, 2022
Today we celebrate
With tears and joy
52 years ago
the birth of a precious boy
Steven left us way too soon
But we celebrate with tears,
His life, his milestones,
Each passing year
A chance to reminisce happy times
A trip down memory lane
Because through shattered hopes & dreams
His birthday remains...
No birthday cake, gifts
Hugs or kisses
Just memories we share
And loving hopes and wishes
A wish of peace
Happiness and quiet content
Loving reunions, smiles
and no regret
So I'll raise a glass
And find that happy place
A time of calmness, joy
And a smile on his face
Sadly it's all we have left
So with lots of love I say
For you dear Sam...
Happy 52nd birthday today!
Miss you Sam
Your Family xo
January 24, 2021
24th January 1970
A date that is etched in our mind
For it's the day a gorgeous baby was given life
A precious boy - one of a kind
Sadly we can't give you a hug
Or share this day with you
But your special day we'll never be forgotten
For we'll always celebrate your life...& you
So here's hoping you're amongst loved ones today
As we raise our glass above
And wish you a happy 51st birthday Sam
That's filled with sadness...but lots & lots of love!
We love you & miss you
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Sue & Gary
January 23, 2021
Sue & Gary
January 11, 2021
Your loving family xoxo
January 24, 2020
Another year older
A special milestone too
My heart is aching inside
As we say happy 50th to you!
We feel sad to think
How much you've already missed
But dearly hope you're with loved ones
With fond words already wished
Until we meet up again
Those thoughts will get us by
As we raise a glass & think of you
& look high into the sky
Love & miss you Sam
Happy 50th Birthday xo
Happy Birthday in Heaven dear Sam, love always & forever, mum & dad xoxox
Gary & Sue Martin
January 23, 2020
Your Loved Ones Forever xo
January 12, 2020
Dearest Sam
We had to say goodbye
8 years ago today,
But our hearts still ache so badly
Like it was only yesterday
We wish with every bit of our heart
That you were with us still,
And although we know it's not possible
It doesn't stop us wishing, and we always will
If every wish that's been made so far
Created a shining star,
We'd always be surrounded by a daylight sky
to forever guide us, safely from afar
That's how much we miss you Sam
And hate that you're not here,
So we'll sadly continue to wish you were here
Again & again, throughout the coming year!
Take care & God bless you Sam xo
Mum & Dad Martin
January 11, 2020
We all love and miss you very much - till we meet again, your loving family xoxoxoxo
Mum & Dad
January 23, 2019
A Very Happy Birthday in Heaven
For our Precious Son
Steven (Sam) Martin
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
We wish you were here today
Even for just a little while
So we could say
Happy Birthday Sam
And see your beautiful smile.
Thinking about you warmly
Now that your birthday's here
As you are always thought about
Each day throughout the year
We're sending you this message
Especially to say
you are very special
And you're loved more every day
A laugh, a joke, a smile or two
That's how we all remember you
No matter what the day may bring
No matter what we do
We never close our eyes at night
Without a thought of you
You're never more than a thought away
Today, tomorrow and every day
May the Angels hold you close
And sing you a happy song
And we'll be sending love to you
Today and all year long.
Love you always and forever
Mum and Dad
Michelle xoxo
January 12, 2019
Seven sad years
Precious time lost,
Every bit of joy & success
Tarnished treasure...simply no gloss!
We lovingly think of you Sam
But still feel empty deep inside,
Our desperate pleading whispers...
A heartache...that's impossible to hide.
Unspoken words
With many silent regrets,
misplaced memories are now precious...
Treasured...never to forget.
We'll hold on to them tight
& Keep them close to our heart,
And take them on many adventures...
But where do we start.
We'll begin by making a path
To a place that's full of love,
Where loved ones won't judge
and where Angel's can guide you from above.
This brings a heartfelt smile
A sense of togetherness once more,
As happiness shines a golden ray
Straight to the Angel's door.
Stay in the arms of loved ones
Until we meet up again,
And the love surrounding you...
may soften some of our sadness,
But the heartache will always remain.
We miss you Sam xo
Mum & Dad Martin
January 11, 2019
In Loving Memory of our Dear Son
Steven (Sam) Martin
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
Something will remind us
We never know just when,
It might be something someone says
And it all comes back again.
The times we spent together
The happiness, the fun
Then once again we feel the pain
Of life without our Son.
It's said that time's a healer
We're not sure this is true
There's not a day goes by Sam
That we don't lovingly think of you.
Lots of Love Always & Forever
Mum & Dad
Your loved ones xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
January 25, 2018
A shining light forever in our hearts.
We miss you dearly Sam.
Your loved ones xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
January 25, 2018
As the stars twinkle brightly
in the cool night sky,
We celebrate in silence
As another missed b'day quietly passes by,
What are you doing
To mark this special day?
Celebrating with loved ones
Is what I hope and pray,
Happy birthday dear Sam
& whilst we wish that you were here,
we'll think of you with love today
and hold our fond memories near.
We miss you dearly Sam! xo
Mum & Dad
January 23, 2018
A Very Happy Birthday Wish
for our dearly loved
Son in Heaven
Steven (Sam) Martin
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
Each year on this special day
We celebrate your birth
And treasure every moment
That you were here on earth.
We took those days for granted
And never dreamt or thought,
That all our lives would change so much
When your life was cut too short.
You may not be here with us
But the day means just as much
We can feel your presence
And the comfort of your touch
Through all of your loved ones
You'll never be gone
Through each one of us
Your spirit lives on
Love you always & forever
Mum & Dad
Michelle xo
January 12, 2018
When we're young
We're taught how to walk,
Tie our shoe laces
And eat our dinner with a knife & fork.
We're carefully guided to
Brush our teeth the correct way,
And given useful tips
For work, rest & play
But noone prepares us
For the loss of someone dear
Or guides us in those darkest hours
When the only sound is a falling tear
Noone explains how long it takes
To heal your broken heart
Or tells you what path to travel
Or even where to start
That may be why
I still sit here tonight
With an empty heart
And no relief in sight
Six years have passed
And yet I'm still paused in time
Still looking out the window
& praying I'll see that comforting shine
It might make me feel better
For that brief moment in time
And then I'll wait in silence
For that reassuring sign
A sign he can hear us
And can feel all our love
Just a little confirmation
That it's felt from above
Just a little glow
A gentle flicker from somewhere warm
To guide my next step
In repairing a heart thats torn
Because no matter what I do
Or what others try to say
I cannot find a suitable path
That doesn't hit road blocks every day
I simply follow on
By copying loved ones close by
And take a step in any direction
It's tough but I have to try
One day I'll learn the way
To direct these lost feet
But for now I'll have to travel in darkness
And continue to master being a cheat
Rest in peace Sam
We miss you xo
Sue Martin
January 11, 2018
Your loving family xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
January 24, 2017
Dear Sam,
So many mixed emotions
Hard to find the right thing to say
The sky is blue and sunny
Yet the clouds above seem heavy & grey
We think of you today
And try hard to cheerfully Smile
But it's hard not to feel sadness
No matter how much we try
Instead we shed a tear
And quietly wipe them away
For we've missed another chance
To celebrate a happy day
So we once again just stop,
take a deep breath and quietly pray,
That you're somewhere safe
And enjoying this, your special day
We pray there's no regrets
And you're with those who really care,
For that would be a comforting thought
That your family, could quietly share.
Thinking of you as always...happy birthday Sam
Martin Family
January 23, 2017
Happy Birthday Dear Steven (Sam) in Heaven
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
As we opened our eyes this morning
And looked to the heavens above,
We whispered, 'Happy Birthday, Sam',
And sent you all our love.
Your family always think of you,
With hearts and eyes that fill,
The love in life we had for you,
In death grows stronger still.
Let the winds of love blow softly
And whisper for you to hear,
We love and miss you Sam,
As It dawns another year.
Lots of love now and forever, Mum, Dad, Tracey, Michelle, Darren, Kelly & families
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Michelle & Family xoxo
January 12, 2017
Sam...
Another year's past & again I'm
communicating
through a scripted poem,
If only it was a different message
just as heartfelt but over the phone
So much has happened
For its been 5 years
Some causing smiles
And others nothing but tears
But I've always believed
Thoughts of you won't ever result in smiles,
Until recently when the family was reminiscing
About sand pit developments in true Martin style.
Happily, we vividly recalled
Such grand plans,
Too adventurous for many
Yet seemed possible in yours and Darren's hands.
There's been times when I see you
I'll even stop to look and rudely stare,
But reality soon hits and
What could be a dream come true
Is in fact, a nightmare
For now we'll have to settle
With what could of been
And who knows what you'll master
Above the clouds and in my dreams.
RIP Sam xo
Mum, Dad & Family xoxoxoxox
January 11, 2017
In Loving Memory of our dear Son, Brother & Uncle
STEVEN (SAM) MARTIN
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
We are sending a dove
To you in Heaven
With a parcel on its wings
Be careful when you open it
It's full of beautiful things
Inside are a million kisses
Wrapped up in a million hugs
To say how much we miss you
And to send you all our love
We hold you close within our hearts
And there you will remain
To walk with us
Throughout our lives
Until we meet again.
We all Love & Miss you dear Sam xoxox
Love always, Your family xoxoxoxoxoxo
January 24, 2016
Dearest Sam
We often dream about a happier time
A time without falling tears
But often find ourselves waking from nightmares
and grieving of precious lost years
Today is one of those times
when dreams are clouded & bleak
And birthday wishes are felt but too emotional to loudly speak
Thus I'm hoping you are with loved ones who treat you as special as the wishes we hold
Then you'll be able to celebrate your birthday in style
And all our love and wishes will fill your heart and surround you with the warm colours of gold!
Missing you dearly.
Mum, Dad & family xox
January 23, 2016
Happy Birthday dear Steven
24/1/1970
Happy Birthday Sam in Heaven
from your family here below.
We love you, and we miss you,
and want to let you know
Your birthdays aren't forgotten.
and your memory yet lives on.
We celebrate your life with us
even though you've gone.
Were God to grant us just one wish,
then make that wish come true,
you'd be here right beside us
and we'd spend this day with you.
And while here for your birthday
you would be so hugged and kissed
that you would know before you go
how much you're loved and missed.
May all of the angels in heaven gather together to celebrate your birthday. Always remember that we love you and miss you very much.
Mum, Dad, Tracey, Michelle, Darren, Kelly & families
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Michelle xoxo
January 11, 2016
4 years of sadness
4 years of pain
and yet I still won't accept
that we won't ever see you again
Sometimes I sense you
for your presence feels real
But what I'd give to see you
chat, giggle and of course I'd squeal
I know this won't ever happen
for I know how hard I've tried
I've passionately begged & pleaded
and desperately prayed and cried
This won't ever change
so i know you'll always be in my heart
It's now about making my head understand
that we're not together but not really apart.
Christmas was an example
because you weren't there to see
But you were in our hearts & thoughts
whilst gathered around the Xmas tree
I just hope you know this
by the warmth of our love
And I long for the day
to see an acknowledging sign from above.
Miss you Sam xoxo
Mum & Dad
January 11, 2016
Steven (Sam) Martin
24/1/1970 12/1/2012
Those special memories of you
will always bring a smile
if only we could have you back
for just a little while
Then we could sit and talk again
just like we used to do
you always meant so very much
and always will do too
The fact that you're no longer here
will always cause us pain
but you're forever in our hearts
until we meet again
It's been 4 very long years
We will never forget you Sam
Love you forever
Mum & Dad
January 11, 2016
November 10, 2015
Jess
November 9, 2015
Steve - you were a wonderful boss who was always willing to have a laugh and joke around. Will think of you every time I come back to Geelong. Thanks for looking out for me. Jess xx
Miss you lots Sam! xo
May 6, 2015
At times like this it's hard not to think
Of loved ones no longer here
Thus Sam, you're fondly thought of
Many times throughout the year
But thoughts often get confused
As my sadness clouds the view
And what should be happy reflections
Reverts back to grieving again for you
It definitely isn't getting any easier
No matter what I'm told
Navigating clouds is now routine
Regardless of whether it's hot or cold!
But as darkness begins to fall
and the light fluffy clouds disperse
Navigation gets even tougher
And my heartache increasingly hurts
I'm guessing that's when loved ones we've lost
One by one, light up the sky
To assist us with the navigation
And guide us through the darkness of asking WHY?
I pray for clear skies tomorrow
As cloudy skies are wearing me out
Navigating is easier with sunshine
So Sam...you must be the sun - the biggest star in the sky...for that I have no doubt!
Your Family xo
March 27, 2015
Easter is approaching
And time is flying by
It's hard not to think of you
And in quiet times...I cry
Stupidly, I thought by now
This painful sorrow would have passed
And yet I always knew
The dreadful sadness would forever last
I wish I knew your location
And if you're happy elsewhere
I want for you to be free
And surrounded by loved ones who care
Sam...we will always miss you
And continue to point out the brightest star
For we can only hold you in our hearts
And hope it's you - smiling from afar!
Miss you Geelong
February 12, 2015
Sam...
I wish you were here still
As there's just so much to say
If only I had of tried again & again
to make sure you were ok
Life is so short
That's for sure
But never did I think
I'd see you no more
I'd love to wind back the clock
And do it all again
But we'd be following a different script
Because I'd be holding the pen
We'd help you with your worries
And support you to be strong
It may have been a struggle
But the story would go on
Your ending would be delayed
Postponed for another time
Your life would be amazing
Cos you'd be given another chance to shine!
You definitely had more to give
But you were the author....not I
All we can do now is turn the page
or rip it out and ask why???
Sarah
January 24, 2015
Happy 45th Birthday Steven.
Thinking of you today.
Michelle xo
January 24, 2015
A birthday is a day to cherish
the day a loved one was born
But today we cry in silence
For a loved one we continue to mourn
Sadness is hard to hide
and happy thoughts...tough to keep
For emptiness fills our hearts
and our painful sorrow runs deep
But as we remember you today
with your cheekiness and shy grin
A little flicker of light begins to shine
And warms our hearts from deep within
I hope 45 special candles
Are shining wherever you are
so tonight I will look to the sky
And find the brightest star
I will try to find the strength
to send you a happy smile
and pray you are surrounded by loved ones
and celebrating in style!
Happy 45th Birthday dear Sam!
May peace fill your heart and mind
And know that you're missed ever so much
By the loved ones you left behind xo
Kelly
January 24, 2015
Dear Sam
Today is your birthday and we would of celebrated in some way,
I cannot let it go without some mark of this day,
So my dear brother this is the place where....
I will wish you a happy birthday so you will know I still care.
All our love
Darren
January 23, 2015
My Brother, My Best Friend
Steven (Sam) Martin - Happy Birthday in Heaven
Day by day I think of you,
How can all of this be true?
I can't believe you're really gone,
I still can't accept it, even after so long.
Just the thought of you makes me cry,
I never even got the chance to say goodbye.
Every picture, every letter,
I don't know if it will ever get better.
In the end, we didn't always get along,
And every time we talked, it always seemed to go wrong.
So many things I never got to say,
I never imagined you'd ever be so far away.
You were my best friend, my brother,
And I loved you like no other.
In my heart you'll always be,
You'll be my guide and help me see.
I miss you with all of my heart,
I wish we never had to part.
I know you're always by my side,
So for now I guess this is my goodbye...
Mum & Dad xoxox
January 23, 2015
Missing you on your Birthday
Steven (Sam) Martin
January 24th 1970
To lose a fine and precious son
Whether man or boy,
Deprives the heart of all its warmth
And life of so much joy.
But each year on this special day
We celebrate your birth,
And treasure every moment
That you were here on earth.
We took those days for granted
And never dreamt or thought,
That all our lives would change so much
And yours would be so short.
But now we must remember
That although the tears may fall,
The son we'll miss forever
Brought sunshine to us all.
For everyone whose lives you touched
Have always loved you so
And it was so hard to accept
That you'd ever have to go
Till we meet again
Love always & forever
Kelly Xo
January 12, 2015
Dear Sam,
It's been 3 years and it's not getting any easier.
They say that grief comes in waves...
Well if that was true, tonight I'd be drowning
Love always
XXXOOO
Michelle xo
January 11, 2015
Three years have passed
and I'm here once again
Trying to express how much you're missed
The only way that I can...
I can't help but wonder
if you knew then what we do today
That the world is no longer happy & sunny
But rather sad & grey
I'm hoping you are happy
and surrounded by lots of love
For that is what I pray for
When I look up above
Whilst that thought gives me hope
And is comforting that's for sure
There is nothing I'd want more
Than for you to walk through my door!
I can't imagine that'll ever change
For you left way too soon
But hopefully in your world there is peace
And freedom to pen a cartoon!
We miss you so much Sam! You are always in our thoughts & prayers!!!
January 11, 2015
Mum & Dad
January 11, 2015
In Loving Memory of our dear Son
Steven (Sam) Gary Martin
24/1/1970 - 12/1/2012
Today recalls the memory
Of a loved one we won't forget
For now he's with the angels
And it's time for him to rest
Loved with a love beyond all feeling
Missed with a grief beyond all tears
A garden of beautiful memories
It has now been 3 long years
His memory is as dear today
As on the day he passed away
Down here we mourn but not in vain
For up in Heaven we will meet again
Rest in Peace dear Sam xoxox
Your family
December 29, 2014
Sam...
Christmas has been
and joy was shared
But an empty feeling was felt
By all those who cared
Our smiles were real
The laughing was sincere
But deep inside
We missed someone very dear
For you were not there
to see the excited smiles & fun,
that your nephews & new nieces had
Or to stand side by side with Daz & Dad
We couldn't touch you
or see your cheeky face
But I'm sure you were with us
For there was a gap at our Xmas lunch....but NO empty space.
Miss you Sam...
Michelle xo
November 21, 2014
As Xmas time approaches
Our hearts sink even more
For an empty space is felt
For there should be 5...not 4!
Your place will never be filled
In our hearts or our minds
For you are our cheeky Sam
& definitely one of a kind!
One day in the distant future
Our family table will be complete
But until then we'll have to find joy
In the smiles of those around us with little 'Martin' feet!!!
Miss you Sam!
Michelle xo
November 10, 2014
A life so precious
So loved, so adored
Suffered silently in pain
Whilst your heartache roared
A candle still burns
In our hearts for you
It flickers in silence
But flares within when thinking of you
It will never die down
Or smolder at length
Cos as the tears fall in buckets
The burning pain gathers strength
We know it will burn forever
But that's how it should be
For your presence is stronger than ever
And yet your soul is finally free
You will be never forgotten dear Sam....
So until we meet again....God Bless xo
Kelly Martin
November 9, 2014
Forever missed until we meet again xo
Kelly Martin
November 9, 2014
Sam,
I miss you like it was yesterday,
More than any words could say,
You still live on in the hearts and minds
Of the loving family you left behind.
All my love
Michelle xoxoxoxoxoxo
June 4, 2014
Dear Steven,
As each day comes to an end
And darkness blocks out the light,
My tears start to swell
To think you didn't have the strength to fight,
But if i focus on the glistening stars
Shining so brightly from up above,
I am comforted by the knowledge
That you are still surrounded by so much love!
We miss you every single day Sam!
Sarah & Louise xx
January 24, 2014
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Steven.
Thinking of you on your special day.
Michelle xoxoxoxoxoxo
January 24, 2014
There's an empty feeling
deep within our hearts today,
For how do we celebrate without you,
Today....your special day?
All we can do is smile, raise a glass and look up high,
We can imagine that you're watching, wearing that cheeky grin...as we shed a tear and simply ask "why?"
I hope you are happy and celebrating with loved ones who passed before, for this day is special...it's your day, congrats on turning 44!
We miss you and wish ever so dearly that you were here with us...especially today!
Lots of love always, Mum & Dad
January 23, 2014
January 24th
Steven (Sam) Martin - Happy Birthday in Heaven
We wish you were here today
even for just a little while
so we could say Happy Birthday "son"
and see your beautiful smile.
The only gifts today will be
the gifts you left behind;
The laughter, joy and happiness...
precious memories...the best kind.
Today we'll do our very best
to try and find a happy place...
struggling to hide our heavy hearts
and the tears on our face.
We'll sit quietly and look at your picture
thinking of you with love;
hoping you're doing ok
in Heaven up above.
May the angels hold you close and
sing you a happy song...
and we'll be sending wishes to you
today and all year long.
Till we meet again.
x Sarah
January 12, 2014
Dear Steven,
Thinking of you today and hoping that you continue to rest in peace.
Michelle xoxoxoxoxoxo
January 12, 2014
Dearest Sam,
One tragic moment has turned into hours, days, weeks, months and now years and it has not got any easier with time.
I wish things were different.
I wish we could turn back the clock... but is that what you'd want?
I wish we could change things leading up to that tragic moment... but could we have changed the outcome?
So many questions that can never be answered... well not until we meet again.
For now, we can only hope that you are resting, happy and free.
As for us, we will miss you as much as as we did that tragic moment we heard you'd left us...for the rest of our time on earth.
Take care Sam
We miss you & love you dearly...
All your loving family
January 11, 2014
Steven Gary Martin
In Loving Memory of our dear son, brother & uncle
who left us - January 12, 2012
Sam, you're in a different place
And though we seem apart
You are closer than you were before
You're here inside our hearts
You are with us when we greet each day
And while the sun shines bright
You're there to share the sunsets too
You are with us every night
You are with us when the times are good
To share a laugh or two
And if a tear should start to fall
You whisper ... I'm here for you
And when that day arrives
That we no longer are apart
We will smile and hold you close
.... Forever in our hearts
Michelle on behalf of your loved ones xoxoxoxoxoxo
December 31, 2013
Dear Sam,
Wishing you all the love and happiness that you could possibly enjoy wherever you are.
You are definitely in all of our hearts today and always and believe me...our hearts are bursting and overflowing with love for you every day!
May 2014 be a year of peace, rest and even more love (especially from those by your side).
Baumgartner Family
December 27, 2013
Dear Sam,
What we wouldn't do to have you back again, have you smiling the way you did. How I miss that smile, although I see it in one of your nephews every now and then. Merry Christmas Sam, we will never forget you, or stop wishing that we hadn't lost you so early. Your loving family who didn't tell you how much you meant to them, and didn't realise that until it was too late.
Your Family xoxo
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas Dearest Sam
A whirlwind of emotions
were felt by all today
but we'd definitely have you back in a flash
....even if only for just a day
You're always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers Sam.... even more so during this holiday period!
Your Family xoxo
July 12, 2013
Dearest Sam,
You're fondly remembered every day
18 months has passed
and yet it hurts like it was yesterday
Still words cannot express
how we all feel inside
the large hole that was left
the day that you died
Now we can only see you
in our memories and dreams,
or should we call them nightmares?
As that's how they seem
For you should be here with us
sharing your hopes and fears
standing right by the side
of those who love you so dear!
We all miss you so much!
Forever in our hearts xoxo
May 4, 2013
Dearest Sam,
At only 41
you slipped quietly away
An age I dread reaching...
A birthday so wrong in every way
Please give me a sign
that you are finally free
And it's actually o.k.
Because in fact, you're now 43!
Miss you so much and still unable to let you go!
We miss you Sam! xoxo
March 5, 2013
Dearest Sam,
It's been a while
since I was last here,
But it's been much less time
between each heartfelt tear,
Because tears of sadness
don't wait for an invite,
They fall ever so freely
through the day and night,
I can't possibly imagine
that this will ever change,
or until your able to R.I.P
...my feelings of rage!
Your family miss you every moment of every day
January 24, 2013
Sam,
Birthdays come around so fast
If only your 41st wasn't your last
You'd be celebrating your 43rd today
And another chance for us to say
How very much your loved and treasured
But now all we can do is remember
Birthdays and good times from long ago
And wish you were here with the ones who miss you so!
Happy birthday dearest Sam!
January 23, 2013
Thursday, January 24, 2013
All your family xoxox
January 23, 2013
Happy Birthday dear Sambo, hopefully all our loved ones in Heaven are with you and celebrating your special day, love always, from all your loved ones here xoxox
Ezz
January 14, 2013
Just over a whole year has passed, your still gone. Hope you resting peacefully xx
January 13, 2013
Kelly Martin
January 12, 2013
For My Big Brother
You showed me a lot of things,
I learned a lot I didn't know,
But you forgot to teach me one last thing
How to let you go,
I know you didn't mean to leave me,
Sometimes we have no choice,
I miss being your little sister,
Hearing my name called by your voice,
I wish I got to say "I Love You"
Before you were giving to the sky,
If god could grant me one last wish
I'd ask to say "Goodbye"
You always meant a lot to me,
I could never love you more,
I Know It's True When They Say
"HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST AWAY"
R.I.P.
Our precious son, brother & uncle xox
January 11, 2013
Michelle (& family) xoxo
January 11, 2013
12th January 2013
Tears of sadness
will flow again today
For it's the day your life ended
and you went away
They say it gets easier
but that's not true
For it's sleepless nights
grieving for you
They say it's a better place
that you have left us for
But it just wasn't the right time
for God to open his door
We needed more time
to hear your pain
If only we could have that moment
last year...again
But things would be different
and nothing the same
For your loved ones would be there
to heal your pain
Sadly, that's just a dream
A nightmare for sure
Because you decided to leave
For God's opened door
Hopefully your fight has ended
and you feel comforted to know
How sadly you're missed by your family
Now broken...and struggling to let go
We love you and miss you so much Sam! :'(
Mum & Dad xoxox
January 11, 2013
In Loving Memory of Steven (Sam)
Where's the year gone,
its slipped away
The hours seem to blur,
night into day
They say it gets easier
as the months pass by,
then why when you're mentioned,
do tears sting our eyes
The moment that you died
our hearts were torn in two,
one side filled with heartache,
the other died with you.
we often lie awake at night,
when the world is fast asleep,
and take a walk down memory lane,
with tears upon our cheeks.
Remembering you is easy,
we do it everyday,
but missing you is heartache
that never goes away.
It all got too much,
nothing went right,
you couldn't find the strength
to stay here and fight.
If you could see the grief
of your family and friends,
you wouldn't have wanted
your life to end.
But that was your choice
when all's said and done,
But oh, how we miss you,
our precious son!
We will forever hold you
tightly within our hearts
Michelle (on behalf of the family) xoxo
December 25, 2012
Sam,
Time keeps passing and all we can do is wish, dream and reflect on times we had with you, the "what ifs" and the gap we have in our lives now that you're gone. Christmas is one of those empty times when sadness overrides the happiness we see in others, the same happiness we struggle to feel ourselves. We miss you Sam and will think about you even more than usual during the Christmas period. Take care and God bless you. Love always...
Mum & Dad xoxox
December 24, 2012
This is one of the moments that we miss you so much that we want to pick you from our dreams and hug you for real, we love & miss you Sam, it is hard celebrating Christmas without you.
Michelle xoxo
October 20, 2012
Thinking of you Sam and desperately wishing you were still with us!
Mich xoxo
October 3, 2012
Sam,
Thinking of you more than ever. Please keep an eye on Nan E for me and I've asked her to take care of you too!
It seems like only yesterday that you sat on Nan's couch talking to her and grandad.
If only...
I miss you both so much!
Take care Sam xo
Mich xoxo We miss you!
September 15, 2012
Sam...8 months have past and we still haven't had a chance to celebrate your life but we will because we are all proud of your achievements and the person you tried to be! When things are settled we will think of you as a family together...a family struggling to think of being a family without you!
Mich xxoo
September 5, 2012
Dear Sam,
Not a day passes without a thought of you.
Nothing will ever be the same again...every celebration will leave an emptiness inside and many special words unsaid but the thoughts of you, and 'if onlys...' will always remain!
Mich xo
August 14, 2012
OH MY GOODNESS...Mum & Dad's beautiful poem has encapsulated everything I've tried to express but haven't found the words to do so. I'm sure we all feel the same...if only....
Mum, Dad & family xoxox
August 13, 2012
Dear Sam,
If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We'd express all our unspoken love;
We'd have countless things to say.
If we could bring you back again,
We'd say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.
If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You'd know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.
Our lives will never be the same without you, we love & miss you very much!
Mich
August 12, 2012
I miss you Sam.
7 months has past and the pain still lasts.
Family xxoo
August 2, 2012
Hi Sam,
I feel I need to write something because you have been on my mind so much the last few days but what??? Words just can't express how I'm feeling, what I'm thinking and how much I'm missing you!
I hope you know that!!!
ezz
July 16, 2012
Another visit from you in my dream, I thought that none of this happened, I woke up and this nightmare is still here.
Miss you dearly x
Your loved ones miss you so dearly and always will
July 12, 2012
xoxoxoxo
Your loving family xoxo
July 12, 2012
We can only trust that you know that you have, and will always hold, a special place in our hearts which can only be expressed by the continuous emptiness we feel and the tears we still cry today...6 months after we lost you.
May these loving thoughts give you the peace and comfort you long for so that you can finally rest in peace.
We love you Sam.
Your loving family xox
July 12, 2012
"Angels have wrapped their wings around you, because you are loved and blessed."
6 months have passed but you will never be forgotten.
Dearly loved & sadly missed!
We will not forget you!
July 7, 2012
xxxxxxx
Your family xoxo
July 6, 2012
Sam,
The family is pulling together in support of you and everything you fought for and will continue to do so until you can rest in peace!
We all love and miss you dearly and always will.
Michelle xxxx
June 13, 2012
Sam,
Tracey's words said it all...
We can only wish now and unfortunately our wishes will never be granted!
Miss you today & always!
Baumgartners
June 12, 2012
Dear Sam,
Every time I think of you it brings tears to my eyes. Today for the first time since we lost you I saw a photo of you, and it broke my heart that someone so young and precious could be lost like this. Know Sam that we love and miss you so much and wish that we could turn back the clock and let you know that we were all there for you.
Lots of love always,
Daniel, Tracey, Ben and Josh xoxo
Me xxxx
June 10, 2012
I miss you every day!
& I will always!
Me xoxo
May 30, 2012
Why?
Another day of sad moments
Unfinished hopes and dreams,
Empty wishes and broken smiles
Shattered hearts, sleepless nights
A nightmare not a dream!
teaghan torney
May 29, 2012
missing you more and more each day! All the amazing memories we have together will remain in my heart. I remember every time i saw you with the big smile on your face. You were a fantastic uncle to all of us children. I just want to see your face again. I miss you! Xoxo
Me xxxx
May 20, 2012
I WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE...
I WISH I COULD LET GO...
I WISH, I WISH, I WISH...
Your Family xox
May 13, 2012
Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on,
And cherished memories never fade
Because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart,
Far as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.
We will never forget you Sam!
Family xxoo
May 12, 2012
4 months gone
Only 4 siblings remain
A family left shattered
Devastated and in pain
We miss you Sam!
Kelly Martin
May 3, 2012
Always in my mind! Missing you more every day xoxoxo
Michelle xoxo
May 3, 2012
Thinking of you!
April 27, 2012
xx
Loved ones xoxo
April 26, 2012
Everlasting memories,
Buried deep inside
Tears of sadness,
Too many to hide...
Michelle xxoo
April 19, 2012
Each night I look to the stars in the sky
in search for the brightest lights
And no-one can answer the questions I have
when you're in my thoughts during sleepless nights!
April 18, 2012
Missing you and it's not all crazy talk!
Ezz xxxx
Ezz
April 16, 2012
Still in my thoughts Steve xox
We miss you! xxxxxxx
April 6, 2012
Dearest Sam,
I hope where ever you are today (the traditional Easter for the Martins), you are comfortably resting and free of all your worries.
Lots of love always, all your loved ones xoxo :-P
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