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1933
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2010
Marette Martin Obituary
1933 - 2010
Marette Sue Martin passed peacefully in her sleep on November 12, 2010.
Born in Tallmansville, West Virginia on August 16th, 1933.
She married George A. Martin in 1956 before being widowed in 1997.
She is survived by 4 siblings. Marian, Priscilla, Shelia and Bruce along with 4 of her 6 children. Richard (deceased), Edward (Ohio), Phillip (Redding), Joseph (Sacramento), Sara (deceased) and Thaddeus (Patterson).
A loving mother and friend she is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
There will be a viewing at McDonald's Funeral Chapel on Continental Street on November 18, 2010 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There will also be a Memorial service held at Redding 1st United Methodist Church, 1825 East Street, on November 19, 2010 at 11:00 AM.
This sums her up the best, on her refrigerator is a card with the following saying:
THE MOST WASTED OF ALL DAYS IS THAT DURING WHICH ONE HAS NOT LAUGHED.
She was our rock, our mommy and our friend.
She has been a very influential part of our lives and she will be missed more than anyone will know.
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November 19, 2010
Sue and I both worked at Shasta County at the same time. She sat across from me and I remember she always took the time to answer any questions I had as a new employee. One of my memories of her is when she came to work one day feeling very sore with bruised ribs. I asked Sue what happened. She said she was trying to move a big garbage can to the street and because Sue was so petite, the can fell on her and she was trapped underneath until someone heard her yell "help!". We laughed over that incident. My sincere sympathy to her family. Cherish the many memories you have of her.
Rita Penny
Roberta Allen
November 19, 2010
I am sorry I cannot make the Memorial today. I would like to add some comments.
Sue was more than a friend. I was introduced to her by her Sister in the early 70's. I needed help at my office. Sue jumped in and took over the managing while I was dealing with the long distant care of my dying Mother. Sue quickly became MORE than just an office worker. We became more like Sisters.
I would not still have my office had it not been for her.
That was her strong character and her giving nature, as her pay was not as she deserved.
So many wonderful traits she had. Her "Creativity", "Sense of Humor", and ability to make "Lemonade out of Lemons" to name just a few.
Sue will always hold a SPECIAL place in my Heart as well as the hearts of many others who knew her.
God Bless you Sue and may you rest now in PEACE forever.
Your Friend and adopted Sister, Roberta Allen
Roberta Allen
November 17, 2010
A rare Friend and a joy to be around. My sympathy to family and friends. I am thankful to have known Sue. May you all find peace in knowing she lives on within each of your hearts and souls forever. Rest in Peace Sue. God Bless.
Debbie Nicholson
November 17, 2010
I will always love u and miss u and I am so sorry.
Tanya Lamons
November 16, 2010
I remember all you can eat breakfast at Grandma's house as a kid,and our long talks on the phone. We will think of Grandma every day,and every memory will bring a smile.
November 16, 2010
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