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Richard Martineau Obituary
MARTINEAU, 57
GAINESVILLE - Richard Martineau died peacefully on February 4, 2009 at Select Specialty Hospital in Gainesville, FL of respiratory complications. He was 57.
Richard was born on April 9, 1951 in Pensacola, FL. He moved with his family to Gainesville in 1964 and graduated from GHS in 1969. He earned a BS in Accounting from the University of Florida.
Richard's professional career included five years with Arthur Andersen LLP in Tampa, FL and a combined 25 years in Winter Haven, FL with Scotty's Inc. and Sweet's Wholesale Distributors, serving as Executive Vice President of each company. Those years in Winter Haven brought him much respect and many good friends. Richard and Gail returned to Gainesville in 2005.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 36 years, Gail Jobe Martineau; three children Erin Raitt (Travis), Scott Martineau (Dana), Jimmy Martineau; and three grandsons, Jackson and Gavin Raitt and Asher Martineau.
He is preceded by his father, Joseph Paul Martineau and is survived by his mother Hazel Martineau, sister, Sherrie Deas, and brother David Martineau.
Despite considerable and lengthy health challenges, Richard faced life with determination and joy. He took one day at a time, choosing always to focus on the positive. He was an inspiration to those who knew him and will be greatly missed.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 7th at 1:00 PM at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 100 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL. The family will greet guests at a reception immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, please mail contributions to Movement Disorders Center at University of Florida, Attn: Rachelle Stephen, PO Box 100236, Gainesville, FL 32610-0236.
Arrangements in the care of Forest Meadows Funeral Home, Cemeteries, and Crematory. Please sign our guestbook at www.forestmeadowsfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Martineau
Charlie Parker
February 1, 2022
Richard was a wonderful friend at school and St. Michael's church. I was crushed when I learned of his passing. He lived a beautiful story and I can only imagine what the next chapters would have been! We love you Richard!
Charlcie Towne
February 12, 2009
Dear Gail,
Edna called the other day to say that Richard had died. Our hearts ache for you and your family. It sure has been a long time since our days on Orange Hill Drive, and all of us having babies within 6 weeks of each other. Please know you all our in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to you all, Charlcie and Charlie Towne
Nell Tillery
February 11, 2009
It was truly a pleasure working with Richard at Scotty's, then again at Sweet's.
He was a real inspiration in my life and will be greatly missed.
Gail, you and your family have been in my prayers for a long time and will continue to be.
Love and prayers,
Nell Tillery
Edna Schoppert Guthmiller
February 9, 2009
Gail, Erin, Scott & Jimmy,
I am so sad to learn of Richard's passing. I have thought about you so much recently - your Christmas card came back. That and the fact that Jimmy and Matthew almost share the same birthday - Matt was 26 on Jan. 8. Wasn't Jimmy's special day Jan. 10? This past week you have especially been in my thoughts and I kept meaning to Google you guys. Today at lunch I finally made time and was overwhelmed when Richard's obituary came up. Wonderful memories came flooding back from Orange Hill Drive and Winter Haven! Thanksgivings spent together - tennis matches struggled through. I still put up that macrame Santa we made 30 years ago! Y'all loaning us your "big" car so we could drive to my brother's wedding and me getting a speeding ticket and trying to use my pregnancy to get out of it. Such dear friends and priceless memories. Although it's been decades, your friendship is as precious to me as ever. Consider yourselves hugged.
I love you all.
Edna Schoppert Guthmiller
Elayne Fitzgerald
February 9, 2009
To the Martineau Family:
It was with profound sadness that I read of Richard's passing in the Ledger last week.
Richard worked with my husband, Kevin, at Arthur Anderson and Scotty's years ago.
I remember one day when I went to pick Kevin up and I was sitting in the car, there was a tap on the window and there was Richard. He told me he didn' want to tap too hard so it wouldn't startle me. He was truly a gentle man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With sadness,
Elayne & Kevin Fitzgerald
Lakeland, FL 33813
Charlie Parker
February 8, 2009
If you are very fortunate, you get to meet a couple of people like Richard in your life. When I first met him in jr. high in Gainesville, I immediately knew - everyone knew, he was one of those rare bright, classy people, with tremendous integrity. Best wishes to Gail and the wonderful Martineau family!
Thomas Johnson, DDS
February 7, 2009
Gail and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today, tomorrow and each day ahead.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Dr. Thomas R. Johnson and Staff
Dan Maffett
February 7, 2009
Richard was a man of integrity, honor, and good humor. He was an astute business man. Working with him was a real pleasure.
Gail, our sincere sympathy to you and the family.
Carol Blue-Garcia
February 7, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Richard's at GHS. This year is our 40th reunion and I was hoping to see many of our classmates then, Richard to be included. That will not be but I will be sure his name is brought up in rememberance. Too many have passed on already. Hope they are all having a heavenly reunion.
Carol Blue-Garcia
Kathryn Powell
February 7, 2009
I first met Richard (then known as Dickie) when we were in kindergarten together in Myrtle Grove, Pensacola, FL. I was mortified one day when I spilt my orange juice on the table between us, and so grateful he didn't laugh. We continued through school together through sixth grade at Myrtle Grove Elementary, then my family moved to Gainesville for my father to attend UF. I was pleasantly shocked on the first day of eighth grade to hear his name called in science class at Westwood Junior High in Gainesville. We continued though school and both graduated in 1969 from Gainesville High School. I always felt Richard was born to a charmed life, and thought he was just one of the cutest, smartest, sweetest guys in school. My condolences to all of his family.
Jerry & Janet Crenshaw
February 7, 2009
Gail and Scott, We were sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. May Gods grace give you peace. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert & Ellen Hale
February 7, 2009
Our prayers go out to the entire family in this time of sorrow and great loss. Richard was truly loved and an inspiration to so many. Richard was a good man and showed great courage and set an example for all of us to follow. He will be missed but we know he is now with our Lord and Savior for which we are happy. May God bless Gail and the entire family and may his divine light surround them all.
Our Love,
Ellen & Robert Hale
Mike & Maureen Costigan
February 6, 2009
We were sad to hear of Richard's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Martineau family during this trying time.
Paul Loar
February 6, 2009
I knew Richard from the time of his membership in the Rotary Club of Cypress Gardens. I always thought of him being bright with youthful vigor. He was always a gentleman. I especially remember his obvious pride re: his children and would often see him with his boys at the the WH football games.....no doubt teaching them about sportsmanship and fair play. Although not having seen him for several years, I remember him vividly with fondness. He leaves an enviable legacy. Please accept my condolences.
Ann White
February 6, 2009
Gail and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Richard was one of my very favorite people. Working with him at Scotty's and Sweet's was a pleasure and inspiration. He was always so positive and always had a smile for you. He will be greatly missed by all who ever came in contact with him. God bless you all.
Love, Ann White
Nanci Brillant
February 6, 2009
May God Bless and keep your family in his hands.
Bob Fant
February 6, 2009
I knew Richard at Gainesville High School in the '60s and again when we worked together at Scotty's, in the '80s. He was an extraordinary person... smart, personable, enthusiastic. I have thought about him often over the years, and I am very sorry to hear of his passing. I will always consider myself lucky to have known and worked with him.
Russ Findley
February 6, 2009
I had the opportunity to visit Richard and his family in the fall of 2005 in Gainesville. I will always remember Richard's wonderful ability to cope with whatever problems that came into his life. He had determination, a good attitude and could always make something positive out of life's happenings.
I remember my nephew as a young child growing up in the Myrtle Grove Community of West Pensacola, and the summers our families would spend at Terry's Cabins at Gulf Shores, Alabama, where we would swim, fish, crab and enjoy the beautiful Mobile Bay.
I will always remember Richard as a caring loving person with a strong faith and tremendous love for his family.
To Gail, Hazel, Sherrie, David and their families our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow and loss of such a wonderful husband, father, son and brother. We thank God that he shared Richard with us, but if only for what seems like a short time. Russ and family
Tim and Jane Donalson
February 6, 2009
Gail,
Jane and I are thinking of you and your family during this time. All of you will remain in our prayers.
God Bless,
Dot Riley
February 6, 2009
Gail, may God give you and your family, peace, strength and wonderful memories of Richard. He was special>
Jim Holloway
February 6, 2009
Gail,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judith Keefer
February 6, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Richard when I was employed at Scotty's. He was a true professional with many memorable qualities. There is no doubt he will be missed by many. To his family, I send my deepest sympathies for their loss. Heaven's angels have anxiously awaited this special gentle man who will watch over the family from above.
Kathie Poole
February 6, 2009
Gail my prayers are with you always.. May god bless you and your family.. Richard was a great person. Love Kathie, Chris & Haley Poole
Mary Sharp
February 6, 2009
I have many good memories of all the Martineau family and especially of Richard and Gail at Gainesville High School in the 1960s. We shared many hours of classtime but friendships as well. Ken considered him a very good friend, a treasure. My sympathy and very best wishes to all of the family. Mary Sharp
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