Wendy Martin

MARTIN, Wendy Mae (Gow) May 6, 1951 - September 14, 2006 Wendy passed away at home with husband, Jim at her side. For fifteen years Wendy courageously battled breast cancer and related illnesses while continuing to teach, to enjoy her friends and to experience the wonders of nature and travel. Predeceased by father, Earl (1976), father-in-law, Don Martin (1995), mother-in-law, Mabelle Martin (1996) and brother-in-law, Donald Martin (2001). Wendy is survived by her mother, Claire, sister Jenice Nandlal, brother, Neil Gow (Ola), sister-in-law Diane Bailey (Jim) and brothers-in-law John and Bill (Jane) Martin and their families, and by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Wendy will be fondly remembered for her commitment to the students that she taught in Edmonton and northern Alberta schools over 29 years and her leadership in helping young people to better understand their relationship with the natural environment. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of Wendy's life that will be held at a date and location to be named. A further announcement will be placed at that time. For further information about Wendy and the planned celebration please go to: www.wendymartin.homestead.com Wendy and Jim were very grateful for the kindness of friends and family throughout these challenging times with a very special thank you to good friend Karin Tye. Special recognition of their professionalism and compassion to Dr. Ross Lindskoog; Dr. Anil Joy and the staff at the Cross; Linda Rowand, Suzanne Beland and staff with Capital Health Home Care; and, Debbie Mitchell, friend and care worker. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation Cross Cancer Institute, 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 1Z2 https:// secure.csfm.com/acf/ or to Inside Education, #200, 10235 - 124 Street T5N 1P9. www.insideeducation.ca Serenity Funeral Service 5311 - 91 Street, 450-0101. Your Community Owned Not For Profit Funeral & Cremation Provider.