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Joseph Martin Obituary
Raised in Worcester, he leaves his mother, Frances Martin and his aunts, Susan, Marilyn, Katherine and Elizabeth. He is also survived by his cousins, Wanda, Gina, and Elizabeth.
The family requests that flowers be omitted and suggests memorial contributions to the Joseph E. Martin English as a Second Language (ESL) Scholarship Fund in care of Worcester State College, 486 Chandler Street, Worcester 01602.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Martin
Joey Delvalle
March 21, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Martin family.
Jim Willoughby
July 17, 2007
Fran,
So sorry to hear of your loss... Even though I have lost touch with Joe since our college years together he has remained a constant topic of conversation in my house hold... as he introduced my wife and I... I will always hold a special place in my heart for Joe
God bless
patricia gardner
July 3, 2007
Dear Fran,
we met only once but your son was a "regular" in my living room along with all my son's other friends. He was the most polite, well read and brilliant of my son's friends. He was always a joy to have in the house and he and i shared many a long conversation about just about everything. I will surely miss his exuberance and love of humanity. His sweet soul and personality will live on in my families' memory.
He always asked me for permission to come in, or sit down or even take his coat off. I can still hear his voice saying "Patty, may I sit down for awhile and wait for Mal?"
I guess he did just that, " He stayed just a little while"
from , Malachi's mom, Maeve, and Mairead and of course Malachi Gardner
Cynthia (Germain) Bazinet
June 27, 2007
You may not remember me, Fran, but I was a childhood friend of Liz's and spent many vacations with your family at Hampton Beach. My sincerest condolences to you and all of your sisters. I have one son myself, aged 10, and I cannot imagine such a loss.
Allie Bombz
June 21, 2007
Joe Martin was such a special kid.
He may be gone but we can never forget him - his great laugh, willingness to help others... optimism... and passion for life.
May Joe inspire all of us to live life to the fullest daily!
Joan (Brady) Champagne
June 8, 2007
Fran
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your memories sustain you.
Robyn Marcin
June 7, 2007
Joe could make anyone laugh - such a sweet soul and a great person. He always had a smile ready for you. Everyone at WSC will miss him.
Nicole Gabriella - Setaro
June 7, 2007
My deepest condolences to Joe's family & friends. I remember growing up with Joe as our grandparents were neighbors. He came from a wonderful family & will be missed.
FRANKIE BERMUDEZ
June 6, 2007
JOE YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. YOU WERE A GOOD FRIEND! YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL!
FRANKIE
Lisa Sawin
June 6, 2007
Joe - You had the gumption to do what you wanted and help others. I hope you're at peace.
Mrs. Martin--I doubt you remember me, but I went to Venerini with Joey. My thoughts are with you. Joe touched so many; we were blessed to know him as much or as little as we did.
June 5, 2007
Dear Fran, My sympathy and condolences on the passing of your son. Although I had never met him, I remember you very well from our days at the Worcester Welfare office in the 1970s. From reading these other messages, I see that you have raised a remarkable guy, and that he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. God bless you and sustain you during this most painful period in your life.
Sincerely, Dick Fougere (Social Worker, retired),Warren, RI.
Gina Martin
June 5, 2007
Joe,
I love you.
Gina
June 5, 2007
Joe, I love you and will miss you very much
Erika Sundstrom
June 5, 2007
Dear Fran,
I was so saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I grew up with Joe and knew him as a spirited soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Adam Sanders
June 5, 2007
I only knew Joe for a few years before he left for Brazil. I feel like a better person for knowing him for that short time. He will be missed.
Amy Soto
June 5, 2007
I will never forget how much Joe made me laugh. He was so unbelievably sweet, extremely understanding, and always very genuine.
Mary Rogers
June 5, 2007
Dear Fran
I guess it was fate that I learned of your Joseph's death last night while I was at the Brazilian Grille in Hyannis. My heart and sympathy go out to you on this terrible loss. I will keep both of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Karol Marchalewicz
June 5, 2007
Knowing Joe during high school days are unforgettable. There was never a dull moment because he just knew how to live life to the fullest. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stacy Amaral
June 5, 2007
Dear Fran,
I am holding you in my heart during the sad time. I am so sorry. Stacy Amaral
Rosie Naughton
June 4, 2007
Joe was a person you did not forget and his spirit and energy will live for a very long time, he made you "see" through different views on life and I am a better person for it. Thanks Joe - Rosie
Jessica Coates
June 4, 2007
Dear Ms. Martin, I don't think you will remember me but, I was Joe's Date for his Senior Prom at Doherty. I am just wanted you to know how sorry I am for you and your family's loss! Joe was an amazing young man and I was blessed to know him as a teenager and as an adult! No words can express how sorry I am for you! Joe will always be remebered for being EVERYONES friend!!
WE ALL LOVE YOU, YOU WILL BE MISSED, GREATLY!!
June 4, 2007
Erica Sjosten
June 4, 2007
Mrs. Martin,
I don't know if you remember me but I went to Venerini with Joe. I remember him always smiling and having fun! It sounds as if this followed with him into his adult life & was able to enjoy & experience it more in his 30 years than most do in 80! He is an inspiration and will surely be missed by many. My condolences to you and your family.
Sandra Alafberg
June 4, 2007
Dear Fran,
I was sadden to hear of your loss my sister Brenda asked our church to lift you up in prayer yesterday. I couldn't believe I was hearing this. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Sandy A. YMCA
Joe Shea
June 4, 2007
Our deepest condolences to the Martin family and friends of Joe. As a minister at Worcester State College, Joe and I had many great conversations. Some of deeper spiritual content, others of just about anything. I always enjoyed talking with him for what ever reason. He will be greatly missed.
You are in our prayers
=== Joe & Annie Shea ===
Carolyn Mathews
June 4, 2007
Condolences to Joe Martin's Family.
We are all better people for having known Joe...he was one of a kind. Rest in Peace Joe!
Barbara Beauregard
June 4, 2007
Our condolences to you and your family and our prayers are with you at this time of your loss son .
The Morello's
June 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to Kate Martin and her sister for this great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carlos (corey) Amantea
June 3, 2007
Joe Martin was a terrific human being, one whom I have several good memories of, from grade school at venerini on up through college at WSC we continued to run into each other. Joe is going to be missed alot. All of my prayers are with you.
Justin Anderson
June 3, 2007
Joe was the perfect candidate for the term "one in a million" I've never met another like him and probably never will. He will be truly missed.
Mark Tsiokas
June 3, 2007
Joe was a true original and one of my best friends. There was never a dull moment in his company, and the entire world is lacking having lost him. I'll never forget his laugh, smile, and overall outlook on the way life should be lived.
I am a better person having known him.
Michele Diamond
June 3, 2007
Joe will be missed greatly. When I taught ESL at WSC, he always had a ready smile for my students, either as a tutor or as the friendly guy who helped them get their IDs in the security office. May he rest in peace.
Christine Joiner
June 2, 2007
Dear Fran,
You may not remember me but I remember you and Joe very well. My husband Bob, infant son Nicky and I lived over you at 4 Hartshorn Ave. in the early 80's. You and Joe were Nicky's first babysitters! I thought of Joe every time Nicky's birthday came around because I remember you having a little birthday party for Joe's 5th birthday as I passed by your door while on my way to the hospital to have Nick! I ended up having him on May 26th. Funny, I was thinking of Joe alot this year because I said 'He'll be 30 and Nick would have been 25.' That's the other thing...I lost Nicky in a car accident in 2001 so I've been right where you are now. Don't give up on yourself, Fran. Joe had a bright light...it will endure forever. With deepest condolences...Chris Sullivan Joiner
Dennis and Sandra and Corey Clarkson
June 2, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Richard Gallant
June 2, 2007
Joe was an outstanding person. While he was working at Worcester State College, he came to me and asked about training as an ESL tutor. We were happy to oblige, and happier to have him work with our Dept. for over 2 years. He was much sought after as a tutor, and he achieved his dream of going to Brazil to teach English. The online photos he sent were full of life and it was great to share his joy.
LISA MCGUINESS
June 2, 2007
IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. JOE WAS A GIFT FOR ALL WHO KNEW HIM.GODBLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN THIS TIME OF GREAT SADNESS. I'LL MISS HIM . WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS
Deb Warren-Hite
June 1, 2007
Dear Fran and family,
Jack and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. Jeff asked me to send his condolences to you also.
Not many of us can say we followed our dream in this lifetime. Joe was brave enough to follow his dream. He will be remembered.
love,
Bill Abraham
June 1, 2007
I will always remember that weekend at the Berkshires festival concert. It was such a crazy experience, I’m still taking about it to this day. I'm sad we will never do it again but the memory of you being so happy will stay with me always. I can’t believe you are gone, you will be forever missed. We all lost a great friend in this horrific tragedy. My condolences go out to your family. May you rest in peace.
June 1, 2007
My deepest condolences. Joe will be missed.
With Much Love,
Ram, Usha, Sinchu and Richa Upadhyay
June 1, 2007
Joe was a man of honor and a true friend. I was glad to know him.
Chris Kanaracus
Joyce O'Leary
June 1, 2007
Fran, I was so sorry to hear about Joe. My deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Joyce (YMCA)
Amy Chase
June 1, 2007
I will never forget your laugh or your smile for that matter.
Samantha Mansfield
June 1, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michael Riel
June 1, 2007
Fran
You did an xcellent job raising Joe. He was a man who brought humour where it was needed, light when it was dark and goofiness when bordom came thru. Joe is in my top three friends for he was an original.
Blessed be.
June 1, 2007
There are no words. Joe will be remembered always.
With Love,
Stacy, Michael, Edy & Angel Mavi Riel
Joe Breault
June 1, 2007
My heart goes out to his mom and family.
Linnea S
June 1, 2007
Joe truly went after the things he wanted in life, and that is something we can truly say about few people. He touched every person he came in contact with, and it is clear he left a lasting impression on all of us.
JANE GAIN & JACKIE BOLDUC
June 1, 2007
FRAN,SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Reynaldo Rodriguez
June 1, 2007
Tragic. Joe was a very good man of our times. I used to have great conversations with him about history. I took a class with him as well as worked with him at WSC. He will be missed, and I will miss him.
Theresa Merten (Kasabula)
June 1, 2007
I would like to extent my deepest sympathy to The Martin's.
Kris Mancini
June 1, 2007
My deepest condolences to the Martin family. Joe was an incredibly bright, talented, young man who undoubtedly left a lifelong impression with everyone he met. I will never forget his laugh, nor his unquenchable thirst for life. Rest in peace Joe Martin.
Kirsten Parent (Scott)
June 1, 2007
Joe was a wonderful man who made a difference in this world. His bright smile and sense of humor will be missed.
Micki Elmi
June 1, 2007
Fran
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My most deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
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