Gordon Harry Martin
February 21, 1927 – October 12, 2015
Gord passed away surrounded by his family at RVH Barrie after suffering a stroke. Devoted husband to Thelma (Tell) for 68 years, loving father to Carol, Barbara, Nancy and Jim. Grandpa to Saro, Michael, Alex and Trinnity, and Great Grandpa to 6. He will be remembered by his many friends and neighbours.
Gord excelled in sports at Danforth Tech in Toronto and spent his working years at the CNR as a land appraiser and chief draftsman, retiring after 35 years. Using his craftsman skills, he built the family home, a boat, the cottage and cabin at Healey Lake.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday November 7 from 12 noon to 3:00 pm at Liberty North Banquet Hall, 100 Caplan Ave., Barrie. A light lunch will be served and memories shared.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation www.heartandstroke.com would be appreciated.
Charlie Smith
Posted on: Sunday, October 18, 2015Gord will be missed by all of us Healey Lakers . Tell, I looking forward to seeing the washing hung up outside at the lake which will tell me you are here so I can drop by for a visit.
Dentistry by the Bay
Posted on: Tuesday, October 20, 2015We were so saddened to hear of Gord’s passing. He was a lovely man. We enjoyed seeing him come into the office. He will be truly missed! May you find comfort in your memories, and eachother.