Condolence From: Esther Frey
Condolence: Dear Sons and Daughters,
I'm longing to be with your mother in heaven. I have many memories of times together in Puerto Rico in my home, at camp with your dad as well as in Canada in their home, her home and wherever I stayed she made sure she came to see me. What an encouragement. Even her Christmas card with so many details. I know she has no regrets, and we will soon meet again. May you be comforted with these words.
Friday January 20, 2017
Condolence From: Carol Cressman
Condolence: Dear Judy,
So sorry to hear about your Mom passing. I remember the fun time we had the summer we worked together at the FCC kitchen and she came to visit and spent time at the campfire with us. I still have a picture that you took of me with your Mom.
Such a good memory,
sincerely,
Carol
Monday January 16, 2017
Condolence From: Will Nicholson for our family
Condolence: So thankful to have been blessed over so many years through meeting the Martin clan and their depth and grounding of life and faith. In first year college meeting up with Ray and Gerry, then cousins Rick, Brenda, Neil and Gloria, Ron and Marg and children Terry, Damaris. And then meeting up with the Webers and multitude of friends and extended family that were along in their journeys. Later to visit, Parkhill and Wallenstein, The Bible Chapel communityof faith, the Brick plant and Woodside Bible Fellowship. Have shared so many life giving memories and moments that were nurtured through your parents, aunts and uncles. Sorry to hear of the passing of your mother Velina. Two memories struck me. First, her kind and quiet grace the first time at her home in Parkhill. The second was visiting after witnessing a Grindstone Church outdoor baptismal. She shared her profound observation about their being, " some very good candidates." Truly a celebration of one of God's choicest of servants as I have experienced most of her influence through her family.
I am humbled, inspired, challenged and so, so thankful even now thinking of you all today wishing that I could be with you. I am with great fondness reflecting on your welcoming warmth, contagious laughs, crazy stories, full hearted enthusiasm for sports, music, motorcycles, drama, family times, faith ventures. Your lives have an ongoing and deepening expanding influence on all and any who also have had the divine blessing of meeting up and sharing time along the way with you faithful, wonderful Martin clan and friends. What a tremendous testament to the life of Velina Martin. What an honour, blessing and personal pleasure it has been to be touched by her faith, life and hope. Love to you, Will Nicholson
Sunday January 15, 2017
Condolence From: Bob & Alice Hoover
Condolence: Our sympathies are extended to the Martin family on the passing of your dear mother/grandmother/great grandmother. We have especially fond memories of the times we spent with her and Amos on several mission trips to Puerto Rico. She is now at home with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Saturday January 14, 2017
Condolence From: Chuck Box
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with the Martin family at this time
Chuck Box
Friday January 13, 2017
Condolence From: Don& Janet Kobe
Condolence: We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Chartwell with Velina playing her musical instrument along with us as we sang the old hymns with the residents. We were looking forward to her returning to duty this past Wednesday but she had a much more important reunion to attend. We will miss her.
Friday January 13, 2017
Condolence From: Carrie & Scott Brophey& family
Condolence: Judy, Earl and family, Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother/Grandmother. May the precious memories you have together help you through this heartbreaking time.
Thursday January 12, 2017
Condolence From: Pete and Teri MacGregor
Condolence: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Velina had shared some good advice since we have known her and she will be truly missed.
Thursday January 12, 2017
Condolence From: Maureen Mollard
Condolence: Dear Martin Family, I am so sorry to hear of Velina's passing into heaven. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all, may you feel God's comforting arms around you at this very difficult time
Maureen & family
Thursday January 12, 2017
Condolence From: Jan and John Bender
Condolence: Sorry to hear of your Moms sudden passing. We have many memories of her at the grocery store,always a pleasure to chat with. remember how she expressed being so happy for Todd when he got his own store. She wanted to visit him at new location but think the drive was to much for her.
She will be missed, cherish the memories.
Our thought and prayers are with you,
Jan and John Bender
Thursday January 12, 2017
