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Casey Austin Martin

Casey Martin Obituary

MARTIN, CASEY AUSTIN, 19, of Tavares, FL, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2005. He was born to Fred Evans Martin and Diana Lynn (Sampson) Martin on June 16, 1986 in Eustis, FL. Casey was a member of the K-9 TV Group at Tavares High School prior to graduating in 2004. He was a student at Lake Sumter Community College and was employed as a lifeguard at the YMCA and also employed by Target Stores in Leesburg, FL. Casey is survived by his mother and father, Diana and Fred Martin of Tavares, FL; two sisters, Sara Lynn Martin and Emily Michelle Martin of Tavares, FL; paternal grandmother, Virginia Martin of Mount Dora, FL; maternal grandfather, Donald Sampson of Brockport, PA; maternal grandmother, Kay Lenze of Ridgway, PA; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. A Memorial Service will be held at 11AM, Saturday, November 12, 2005 at the Allen J. Harden Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Dora, FL. Arrangements are by ALLEN J. HARDEN FUNERAL HOME, 1800 N. Donnelly Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757. Phone: 352-383-8178. www.allenjharden.com.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Nov. 11, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Casey Martin

16 Entries

Tiffany Edwards

November 26, 2005

Mr. and Mrs. Martin and Family if you need anything just give me a call. I still can't believe that you are gone casey. You always knew how to brighten my day. With the looks that you gave that I knew meant something special. I can remember times when me and you would just sit around and talk about who knows what. I love you more than words could ever express. I keep thinking that you will be calling my phone and we would talk like we would do at leat once a week. You always told me that you love me, and I felt that I never expressed my love enough of how much I loved you. But with all of the fun and stressful times we had together we grew closer together. And you will forever hold a place in my heart. I love you so much, i miss you.

I love you so much, R.I.P.

Tiff

Deb Janice

November 19, 2005

Diana, Fred, Sara,and Emily,

Our prayers are with you and our hearts hurt for you. Our memories of Casey are of a 3 year old, blonde hair shining in the sun, with an impish grin on his face. He and Amanda would hug until they fell over. Casey was a joy as a son to you and the best brother he could be! It's difficult to hand him back to God now, but we will see him again. Until then, keep him close in your heart and continue to celebrate his life. Love and prayers to all of you,

Ed, Deb, Amanda, and Bob

Nick Sottile

November 18, 2005

Hey Casey aka Sony i just found out today about what happend and i wish i could of been at ur funeral. We were like brothers man, we fought but got ovr it, laughed, and had a good time together. We had each others backs. about 6 or sumtin yrs ago i met you at woodlands camp and we were both campers. we always teased you about u bein short and takin those shots everynight. lol they looked painful. after that year we nvr thought we would see each other again so we didnt stay in touch. but for 5 more years, without stayin in touch, we would always go to camp the same weeks, it was awesome. i watched you grow from a camper to a cit and then to my counselor. Ive had great times with you at camp. waterballon fights, shaving cream, u name it we did it. o and cleaning up our mess lol. Its weird, my gpa died this yr also and we always spent thanksgiving together at woodlands. Ane now youve gone to heaven. So i would nvr be able to see you guys again at camp, but camp is closing this year because it knows that it cant stay open without the coolest counselor and friend being there! Its hard to belive your not here anymore but i know that your in a better place, one big woodlands camp called heaven. since ur up there put in a good word for me thx lol. Last year we used to fight over a girl and then u said to me bro's b4 girls and tht put a smile on my face and that was the last time i talked to you. we were on good terms and we were best bros. Every1s gona miss you expecially the 3 musketeers, me, andrew, and you. camp closed becuz it knows it cant be the same with only 2/3 guys. and you had to go2 heaven and nvr give me a chance to beat you in the card game ERS. o well you were the best. we all miss you casey and 1 day all your loved ones and friends will be up there with you. I will never forget you we are brothers in christ and brobably should of been bros in life but its not gona be the same w/out you. i will visit your resting place now and then but i will always tlk to everynight in my prayers. so when i say goodbye im only sayin goodbye to your body and not to your spirit because you are still with us. so goodbye i will nvr forget you and you will always be in my heart and prayes.

God bless casey's faimly, he is in a better place. I wish i could do something and im sure you feel the same, but hes in God's hands now.

Take care and RIP

Your friend always and bro in christ

Nick

Jamie Kuhlman

November 17, 2005

wow. i cant even believe what happened to casey. i didnt know him that well but i was a camper at woodlands in the summer of 2004 when he was a lifeguard there. he seemed like a great person. always smiling and laughing. great guy to be around. i cant even imagine how difficult of a time this is for his family and close friends. it was hard for me when i heard about the news just today. im really sorry to hear about what happened but may God be with all of you and Bless you from this day forward.

hopefully we will all meet again and have everlasting life.

RIP casey. you will be missed and are loved!!!

Russell Thomason

November 17, 2005

I am a good friend of Casey. I remeber those summers at Woodlands Summer Youth Camp that he and I used to work together. Many afternoons as we sat watching the kids eat or rest we would talk about cars and what kind of things we could do to htem to make them nice looking and faster. He has been a good friend to me. I will surely miss him and he will not be forgotten. I send out my love and condolences to all of his fmaily and otehr friends. RIP Casey and we will all be with you soon in heaven.

Nikia Kennedy

November 14, 2005

wow. casey was a great person i dont know where to even start with my apologies. i met casey working at target and from my first day he made things comfortable.i wish my best to his family and friends he will dearly be missed. RIP casey we all love you

Nikia

Branden Rodgers

November 14, 2005

I'm not one for words, but I wanted the family to know that I'll be keeping you all in my prayers. When someone like Casey leaves us, word travels fast. It reached all the way up to Norfolk, Va in a single day. Casey was a great guy and someone I'll never forget.

Marie Flanigan

November 12, 2005

Fred, Diana, Virginia:

My heart is with you all, and I know you will find the comfort you need in the Lord's love for Casey and for you. I remember you all so dearly, and I remember the first time I heard Casey's name, just after the news of his arrival. I am sure he has been a blessing to you all his days, and that the young man he grew to be carried all the clear marks of your love, and the Lord's.

I would so much like to give you all a big hug. My heart is with yours, and you all are in my prayers.

With love, Marie

DICK & SUE HIGGINBOTHAM

November 12, 2005

THE FRED MARTIN FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. CASEY AND HIS GRANDPA SID ARE TOGETHER RIGHT NOW.

Angela Setzer

November 12, 2005

I always remember Casey as the lil guy with the big backpack lol. In middle school it used to be as big as he was! But, when we got in high school I watch him grow up with me. Little Casey Martin. I just saw Casey Saturday at Benji's service. I was walking up, we both were crying, and he hugged me. We talked for a few minutes and then went our separate ways. I watched him leave that day never suspecting this to happen. Every time I went to Target I went to his line just to say Hi and see how he was doing...It's just hard when things like this happen. See you when I get there Case! <3

Dave, Carol, and Barb Fleming

November 12, 2005

The miles in between did not keep Casey from being so close in our hearts, through his mom, my cousin (sister), and also my parents niece, Casey was always in our thoughts, minds and hearts, where he will remain to be eternally. This evening, there was one lone star in the sky here, a brisk and chilly early winter day, evening, this star so brilliant, radiant, twinkling and shining so brightly, and somehow we just simply know and feel this was Casey looking down from the most beautiful place, so at peace, showing himself, saying hi, I am OK, and I will always be this most incredible and amazing shining star that burns brightly forever. We all wish we could be in Florida right now so much, to be with Diana, Emily, Sara, but we are there in spirit 24/7 for the family we love so much. While a physical hug may never be exchanged, that twinkling star speaks of Caseys eternal presence, his smile, and while not physically present, he will in spirit always be so close, knowing the day will come when all are reunited, but the bond of love and spirit is eternal. So missed, so loved, but never forgotten, and always present you will be precious one Casey, we love you, Aunt Carol, Uncle Dave, cousin Barb and feline kids

May it never be forgotten, Casey is in the most magnificent place now, but at the same time, he remains with all of those he loved so much. Namaste Casey, and until we meet again, never a goodbye, just "until later", shine brightly beautiful and eternally vibrant and so special one, the love maintains no matter what......Peace golden hearted one..keep sending hugs to your mom, sisters, friends, family, all of those precious to you........

Amy

November 11, 2005

I still remember meeting Casey for the first time at Woodlands....he seemed so shy. But, that shyness didn't last for long. Soon I saw the silly, fun-loving Casey coming out. He had so many gifts, a big heart, and he touched so many lives including mine. I will miss him very much. I love you Casey and I will see you in Heaven!

Nikki Shelton

November 11, 2005

Casey and I worked together at the YMCA. I liked to yell across the pool at him when he was dozing in the wee hours of the morning. 5:30 can be very early when its cold or raining. We spend a lot of time togehter at that time of the day on the pool deck, and had a lot of great discussions. He was great for that! We both enjoyed Harry Potter and he would beg me to tell him the ending of book 6. "Casey, I'll let you know how it all turns out!" Gosh, the water aerobics ladys and I sure do miss you! Our hearts and prayers go to your family and friends. I am a better person for having spent the last 6 months knowing you. God Bless, I know you are in a better place, but... I am still very heavy hearted. Miss You!

Shannon Romagnolo

November 11, 2005

I worked with Casey, or Sony as we called him, during summer 2004 at Woodlands Lutheran Camp. He and I called each other "baby bwotha" and "baby sista" and would wave at each other like the Little Rascals did.

Many condolences to his family and friends after this tragedy. He will always be loved and missed.

Allyce Heilborn

November 11, 2005

I remember going to indian guides with casey and his family. We also went to school together and graduated in the same class. I always remember him willing to lend a hand to anyone in school. He always had a smile on his face no matter when I saw him. He will be missed.

Ronda Reynolds

November 11, 2005

I remember watching Casey sort of grow up at Woodlands during his CIT years and then as a counselor. He also called it his home. He also was willing to help out, and always gave some of the best hugs.

My heart hurts for you, his family during this time. My prayers will be with you continually as God works to bring you through this tradegy. Remember he is smiling down on you, watching over you.

Casey (Sony), I'll miss and love you. Say hey to those people I know.

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