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Marjorie Lillian Martin

Female 1929 - 2005  (75 years)


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  1. 1.  Marjorie Lillian Martin was born 16 May 1929, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada (daughter of Richard Thomas Martin and Esther Raines); died 28 Mar 2005, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Marj Martin
    • Name: Marjorie Lillian Voegtle
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-96838

    Notes:

    VOEGTLE-MARTIN MARRIAGE RITES ARE SOLEMNIZED

    Vows were exchanged Saturday in the Church of St. John the Evangelist by Marjorie Lillian Martin, Kitchener, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Martin Peterborough, formerly of Kitchener, and Melvin Edward Voegtle, son of Mr. & Mrs. Melvin S. Voegtle, Knollwood Park. Rev. G.C.W. Mixer officiated in a setting of white carnations, snapdragons, ferns and tall white candles.

    During the ceremony "I'll Walk Beside You" and "O Perfect Love" were sung by the soloist, Mr. Albert Martin, with Mr. Kenneth Clark as organist.

    HAS PEARL CORONET

    Wearing a gown of ivory satin made with picture neckline, net yoke and fitted bodice that fell in points over a bouffant skirt, the bride was given in marriage by her father. Her long illusion veil was caught by a pearl coronet headdress. She carried a bouquet of better times roses.

    Similarly styled gowns were worn by the maid of honor, Miss Kay Voegtle sister of the bridegroom, and the bridesmaid, Miss Elaine Martin of Peterborough, sister of the bride. The dresses were made of yellow and orchard moire taffeta with fitted bodices and full skirts. Both attendants nile green headdresses and mittens and carried cascades of talisman roses and sweet peas.

    BRIDES BROTHER ATTENDANT

    Mr. George Martin, brother of the bride, was best man. Mr. Richard Martin Jr., Peterborough and Mr. Robert Voegtle ushered. Ninety guests attended the evening reception at Hillcrest Inn, Bridgeport which followed a dinner for the immediate family. The mothers of the couple received. Mrs. Martin wearing powder blue crepe with black accessories and corsage of red roses, and Mrs. Voegtle dressed in black crepe with pink and black accessories.

    The bride travelled in a gray gabardine suit, complemented with pink accessories. After a wedding trip to Rochester and Elmira N.Y., they will reside in Kitchener.

    The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 25 Apr 1949

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    Marj writes: I am the oldest child in the Dick Martin clan. I had a very normal childhood, baby-sitting, Brownies, Jr. Choir, etc. I met Mel at a Church young peoples group. My first real shock came in 1948 when Mom, Dad and all the kids but George and I, moved to Peterborough. Mel and I were married in 1949 and we started our own family, Sandy, Brian, Kathy and Kim. I taught Sunday School and was a Brownie Leader for many years. I took on the job of treasurer of my A.C.W. and I'm still doing it. We were involved with the M.S. Society fund raising and the patient drop in center, and where ever needed. Being a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and sister, with all lives ups and downs has been a very important part of my life.

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    VOEGTLE, Marjorie "Marj"- Peacefully, at home with her family, on Monday, March 28, 2005, in her 76th, year. Loving wife of Mel for 55 wonderful years. Beloved mom of Sandy (1990), Brian (Sharon), Kathy and Kim. Special grandma to Tory (Curtis), lan, Abi, Michelle and Brian. Devoted grandma to her greats, Mathew, Zachary, Noah and Little Sophie xoxo. Special friend to Harry and Kathy Hoist. Sadly missed by her siblings, Elaine (Jack), Dick (Cathy), Mary Ann (Ron), Diane (Roy), Butch (Debbie) and her aunt Vivian Martin (George). Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by her parents, Richard and Esther Martin and her brother, George (Mary). Relatives and friends are invited to Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, Kitchener for visitation today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Transfer will take place on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 9 a.m. for a funeral service at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (237 Wilson Ave., Kitchener) at 11 a.m., Rev. Julia Gill officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Holy Trinity Anglican Church or the Alzheimer Society.


    The Record Newspaper 29 Mar 2005

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    Eulogy written and delivered by Mr. Ron King

    MARJORIE LILLIAN MARTIN VOEGTLE
    May 6, 1929 ~ March 28,2005

    I am greatly honoured to have been asked to be a part of this celebration of the life of "Marjorie Lillian Martin Voegtle". As her brother-in-law I have seen her in many roles ~ as a loving, caring daughter to Esther and Dick, 'honey' to her life-long partner Mel and as a loving and ever supportive Mom to Sandy, Brian, Kathy and Kim. Marj was a much loved grandmother and great grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, cousin and friend to many.

    As we celebrate and share our memories, let's focus for a few moments on what made Marj "Marj". There is a table grace I love to use ~ "Thank you, God, for family and friends in a world where many walk alone; thank you for food in a world where many go to bed hungry; thank you for faith in a world where many live without hope."

    Marj's life fits so well into these three categories ~ family and friends, food, and faith.

    Firstly, Marj was never rich in the conventional way, but she had all the wealth she desired in family and friends.
    As a couple, Marj and Mel loved unconditionally and worked well together, sharing dreams and plans for their life together. Living apart for over a year while Mel worked long hours in Elliott Lake in order to accumulate the down payment on their home ~ a home they maintained with pride for close to fifty years. When Marj's illness was first diagnosed she told Mel, "we'll do what we have always done, we'll just do the best we can."

    Marj's children have been left with a legacy of love and wonderful memories. She had a sense of adventure and love d to travel, but she was afraid of heights. This was a problem when she visited Kathy and Liz in Vancouver because of the bridges and mountain roads. In 1982 Marj made her first trip west with Tory and Kim. The prospect of going over the Lion's Gate Bridge was alarming to her. She was told to close her eyes and was placed in the middle of the front seat. Not one to miss anything, Marj squeezed her eyes closed but couldn't resist peeking and commenting on the sights as they crossed the bridge. She also insisted on taking her turn riding in the back of the pickup despite the difficulty getting her in and out. This would prove to be the first of many wonderful adventures Marj and Mel would have with Kathy and Liz over the years.

    Marj always enjoyed being part of Sandy's exploits, and was, at times, a little scandalized at what Sandy would bring home ( hidden on various parts of her being) from one of her many trips to the U.S.A.

    Called upon to face the illness and death of her firstborn, Marj found the inner strength that her faith provided, caring for Sandy throughout her struggle. She found courage to help her family through that very difficult time. This example was the one her family adopted as they cared for her in the same way over these past weeks.

    The girls always said that Brian was the one who could do no wrong. He admits that perhaps his halo has acquired a few dents over the years, but he always managed to get back into his Mom's good graces. Marj was so proud of his appearances on the local news and always reported to him before he had had an opportunity to see the news himself.

    For Marj, having Kim living at home gave her much pleasure. All of Kim's friends became her friends, perhaps in part because Marj had a wonderful ability to relate to people of all ages. She was able to recognize the needs of others and encourage them to look at the positive side, just as she did. Never learning to drive herself, she loved the girls' outings with Kim, which afforded her the independence which she really appreciated.

    Marj never tired of talking ( pause ~ Oh, I wasn't supposed to stop there!) Marj never tired of talking about her grandchildren and great grandchildren ~ never tired of applauding their accomplishments. At gymnastic meets, dance recitals, soccer, hockey and ball games, baptisms and confirmations. Knowing each child so intimately, each birthday and Christmas gift was chosen with infinite care.
    Marj's devotion to her grandkids was never more evident than when she was very ill ~ being made aware that it was the birthday of a granddaughter who was visiting, she offered a weak rendition of the birthday song and said "be sure to sign the card lots of love from Gramma."

    Hundreds of photos and so much evidence of her love surrounding them will ensure that they will be aware each day of the legacy their Gramma left them.

    Marj had six brothers and sisters who will remember ~
    *Southampton summer vacations
    *Marj's insistence that the Hit Parade was more important than the hockey game on Saturday night radio
    *her cold feet always wrapped in her younger sister's nightie
    *the extra pot of chili she made for her 'little' brother at the campgrounds
    *the Sauble Beach euchre game which lasted for years and which Marj never won
    *her presence at the 'sibling' luncheons
    *her love of Swiss Chalet chicken soup and lemon pie
    *the pajama party which took place around her bed on her last night on earth ~ the
    laughter and the chocolates
    *her never-failing interest and support in all of their lives family, friends, food…….

    How could something so ordinary as food be so important in one's life? I believe Marj's hospitality was a ministry for her. Around the kitchen table, by the campfire, celebratory dinners in restaurants, Marj loved getting together! Over dinner she would listen, offer advice, provide comfort and encouragement.

    Food was an outward expression of Marj's generosity and thoughtfulness. Each Christmas she made hundreds of cookies for the bazaar here at Holy Trinity and for special parcels for family and friends.

    Kathy's Christmas parcel arrived in Vancouver on a Greyhound bus each December. In it would be Marj's cookies. In time there were two packages, one labeled Kathy and the other Liz. A few years ago Marj learned that Kathy's friend Karilee enjoyed her sugar cookies because they tasted just like her Mom's. Of course the next December there was an additional parcel labeled 'Karilee', who rationed her cookies so they would last until St. Patrick's Day.

    Marj loved to eat, but she loved even more the fellowship that a meal always afforded. family and friends, food, faith.~
    Often included in a celebration of life service is Psalm 23, the words very familiar to all of us. There is a story of a Sunday School teacher who spent some time talking with her students about this psalm and decided to challenge them to memorize it. Returning the following week, she asked if any student would care to recite the psalm. You may imagine how surprised she was when a four year old volunteered! Standing tall and giving a little curtsy, she said ~ "the Lord is my shepherd, and that's all I want"

    This story illustrates a simple, trusting faith in a loving, caring God. This was Marj's faith ~ one which grew and developed through worship, Alpha courses, Womens' conferences, ACW retreats, prayer and bible study.

    It is so fitting that we honour her life here in this sanctuary. Marj always said that the day she and Mel joined this faith community was the day their lives changed.

    One of her church friends told me just yesterday ~ "Marj didn't just work at Holy Trinity with her hands, she worked with her heart" Marj was so proud of her ACW involvement, especially her nearly forty years as treasurer!

    Marj, however, was not a saint. She was sometimes rather outspoken in her opinions, telling the leaders of this church that she didn't mind the contemporary music, but she wouldn't want a steady diet of it. She was known to have muttered a little about all of the money spent on the new organ as well.

    Marj climbed many mountains in her life but with her faith and the unfailing support of her family and her church family she was able to overcome the obstacles. As in the past, the Holy Trinity family has been a source of help and encouragement over the past few months. The gift of the prayer service was one which encouraged her and convinced her that she was, indeed, special.

    Marj was truly a woman of faith who honoured that faith with the way she lived her life. She left this world with the assurance that there was a room prepared for her, a room she would share with the loved ones who have gone ahead.

    Several years ago, while traveling in Scotland, we had the opportunity to visit the Tall Ships in port in Edinburgh, touring them and meeting the crews. Returning another day, we watched as the ships sailed out of the harbour. What a magnificent sight! It was with a touch of sadness that we watched, realizing that this was something we would never see again. Then it occurred to us that there would be a wonderful welcome for them at their next port, with thousands ready to cheer them into the harbour.

    Aren't we feeling a little that way today? Only in our memories will Marj be a part of our everyday lives. But,, think of the other shore, where a wonderful welcome awaits Marj. Mom, Dad, Sandy, George and Mary and a host of others waiting with smiles and hugs. A welcome like one she has never known!

    Smooth sailing, Marj. Go with our love.

    Marjorie married Melvin Edward Voegtle 23 Apr 1949, St. John's Anglican Church, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Melvin (son of Melvin Stanley Voegtle and Catharine Marietta "Katie" Thomas) was born 19 May 1927, of, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Jul 2007, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. Sandra Elaine Voegtle was born 1950; was christened 2 Sep 1950, St. John's Anglican Church, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Nov 1990, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

Generation: 2

  1. 2.  Richard Thomas Martin was born 3 Dec 1903, London, England (son of William John Martin and Mary Ann); died 25 Jul 1974, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Name: Dick Martin
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-144738
    • Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church England
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Occupation: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Pressman, Newapaper
    • Residence: 1921, 77 Spring St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Notes:

    City Labor Veteran Dead

    An active participant in the labour movement, youth work and a veteran of 50 years in newspaper composing rooms. Richard (Dick) Thomas Martin died Thursday at a Peterborough Hospital.

    Mr. Martin, an advertising compositer with The Examiner, retired from the newspaper after 25 years service in late Decenber. He joined the Examiner staff in September, 1948, moving to Peterborough from Kitchener.

    In 1923 he started in the composing room of the Kitchener-Waterloo Record where he served for 25 years with his brother George.

    During his employment with The Examiner, Mr. Martin was an active member of International Typographical Union Local 248 and the Peterborough Labor Council. As a member of the labor council he served as chairman of the Board of Directors during the building of the Peterborough Labor Centre.

    Interested in youth, Mr. Martin devoted a number of years as chairman of the labor council sponsored Speed Box Derby. He also served as a labor council representative on the Peterborough Industrial Development Organization(PIDO) and in 1968, 69 and 70 he was a member of the Peterborough recreation committee, serving as maintenance and development chairman.

    Mr. Martin is survived by his wife Esther. They had been married 46 years. Also surviving are daughters Marjorie (Mrs. Mel Voegtle) of Kitchener, Elaine (Mrs. Jack Coursey) of Agincourt, Mary Ann (Mrs. Ronald King) of Bobcaygeon and Diane (Mrs. Roy Zajac) of Peterborough; sons George of Kitchener, Richard of Clarkson and Gerald (Butch) of Peterborough; brothers George of Kitchener, Thomas of Buffalo; sister Lillian (Mrs. T. Jones) of Waterloo; 20 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

    He was predeceased by his parents and a brother; William of Waterloo.

    Mr. Martin, RR 7, Peterborough, was born in London England, Dec 3, 1903. He arrived in Canada the following year with his parents, Mr. & Mrs.William John Martin. The family took up residence in Bridgeport, Ont. where he obtained his education and moved to Kitchener in 1916.

    In Peterborough Mr. Martin was active in St. George's Anglican Church where he was warden and chairman of the Sidesman's Association.

    After his retirement from the Examiner, Mr. Martin devoted many hours to preparations for the Speedbox Derby and his gardening in the country.

    Mr. Martin will be at the Comstock Funeral Home Saturday and Sunday. Funeral services will be held Monday from St. George's Anglican Church. Interment will be in Little Lake Cemetery.


    Peterborough Examiner 26 Jul 1974

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    MARTIN,Richard T.(Dick)--Of Route 7, Peterborough,formerly of Kitchener,at the Peterborough Civic Hospital, on July 25, after a brief illness; was employed at the K-W Record for 26 years prior to moving to Peterborough in 1948.

    A member of the Scots Fusiliers of Canada, was employed at the Peterborough Examiner until his retirement in December, 1973 at the age of 70; son of the late Mr. & Mrs. William Martin; survived by his wife, the former Esther Raines; seven children, Marjorie (Mrs M. Voegtle) and George of Kitchener, Elaine (Mrs. J. Coursey) of Agincourt; Richard Jr., Clarkson; Mary Ann (Mrs. R. King) Bobcaygeon; Diane (Mrs. R.Zajac), Route 7 Peterborough and Gerald of Peterborough; 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; also surviving are brother George of Kitchener; sister Lillian (Mrs. G.T.Jones) Waterloo; brother Thomas of Buffalo, N.Y.; one brother William of Erbsville predeceased him.

    Resting at Comstock Funeral Home, 356 Rubidge St., Saturday after 7 p.m. The funeral will be held ar St. George's Anglican Church, Braidwood Ave., Peterborough, on Monday, July 29, at 2 p.m. Interment Little Lake Cemetery.

    Kitchener-Waterloo Record 26 July 1974

    Richard — Esther Raines. Esther (daughter of Joseph Thomas Raines and Emma Charlotte Jones) was born 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England; was christened 11 May 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England; died 23 Aug 1996, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario. [Group Sheet]


  2. 3.  Esther Raines was born 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England; was christened 11 May 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England (daughter of Joseph Thomas Raines and Emma Charlotte Jones); died 23 Aug 1996, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Name: Esther Martin
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-144736
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Residence: 1921, 138 Charon Ave., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Notes:

    HOWARTH, Mrs. Esther -- At St. Joseph's Health Centre On Friday, August 23,1996 Esther Howarth (nee Raines) of Water Street in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Albert Howarth and the late Richard Martin. Dear mother of Marjorie Voegtle and her husband Melvin of Kitchener, Elaine Coursey and her husband Jack of Kitchener, Richard Martin and his wife Catherine of Mississauga, Mary Ann King and her husband Ronald of Bobcaygeon, Diane Zajac and her husband Roy of R.R. #7 Peterborough, Gerald Martin and his wife Debbie of
    Peterborough and the late George and Mary Martin. Grandmother of 23 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Survived by her sisters Edith Haid of Kitchener and Anne Golding of Toronto.

    Friends will be received at the Comstock Funeral Home, 356 Rubidge Street from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral service to be held from St. John's Anglican Church on Monday, August 26, 1996 at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Canon Ronald Davidson officiating. Interment Little Lake Cemetery.


    Kitchener-Waterloo Record August 24, 1996

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    EULOGY at the Funeral of Esther Howarth, August 26, 1996, St. John's Anglican Church, Peterborough, Ontario.

    Written and delivered by Mr. Ron King.

    TRIBUTE TO MOM

    ...it is a real privilege for me to be asked to speak today, on behalf of the family, as we celebrate the life of Esther.. our Mom and Gramma.

    We have just heard a passage read from I CORINTHIANS, often referred to as the "LOVE" chapter.. on which is frequently read at weddings. It is just as appropriate for today, as we gather to remember Mom. The closing verses speak of faith, hope and love.. the greatest of these is love. As we reflect on Mom's life, what better word could we use to describe those 86 years. but love.

    Above all, Gramma loved her family.. Mom always said that she was fortunate to have had two husbands who loved her. Dick, her husband of nearly forty six years, with whom she had seven children, was her first love. Married a second time, to Albert, she not only gained a companion for fifteen years, but also his family, as might have been expected, she very soon adopted them as her own.

    Mom was, indeed, the common bond which kept us close. She delighted in sharing news, as she kept in regular contact with each of us. We often found that during a visit to another family member we had no news to share. Mom had beaten us to it! She rejoiced in each new baby, and for many years her bags were rarely unpacked as she arrived to welcome each new grandchild, and stay to wash or clean or cook.

    Mom shared in each of our accomplishments, loved hockey games, skating carnivals, suffered through a few long, hot, recitals, and proudly displayed many graduation photos. We could always count on her to encourage us in our disappointments, and provide a soft shoulder to cry on. However, none of us ever got past the point of receiving a stern lecture if she felt we needed it!

    If you follow the stock market trends, you will notice that Carlton Card stocks took a tumble this weekend, as the news of Mother's passing became known. birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions were always opportunities for Mom to send that card which she lovingly chose for each of us. Often they contained a ticket for that lottery which she would share. The anticipation of one of us winning excited her. With eighty three descendants, this added up to a few hours in the card shop at the beginning of each month. mom refused to buy all occasion cards, it had to be just the right message.

    Gramma's transportation to the annual Christmas party always took a good deal of planning.. the idea of renting a U-Haul van was often raised, but two trips always sufficed. This was one time Mom resorted to "generic" gifts.. she always brought one or two of them in case one of the kids brought a new boyfriend or girlfriend. Nobody was left out! The best part was not always the gift you received, but Mom's obvious delight in having chosen it just for you.

    To friends and acquaintances, Mom's love for her family was evident. The pictures, the stories, the frequent visits, the phone calls were all eagerly shared. She had faith in us, she had hopes for us, but most of all she loved us!!

    Mom loved life, she had a zest for life which never waned. She was always a person on the go, visiting out-of-town families, delivering menus or working in the tuck shop at St. john's centre, preparing vegetables for the freezer(which most of us took home because she always had more than she could use) clearing the dinner table quickly to get out the cards or rummy cubes, or cheering for the Blue Jays (especially her Joe Carter). Inactivity was the bane of her existence.

    This zest for life was something she inherited from her Mom and shared with her sisters. Mom was very young when her Mother packed up six daughters and moved from Ottawa to Kitchener, leaving only a note for her husband, who was working on the harvest in the west. This spirit carried mom through some tough times, life was not always easy. It was a fighting spirit which carried her through many illnesses, the loss of many loved ones, and was evident to us as we sat by her bedside during these past weeks.

    It was also a spirit which kept her young! You could never say Mom was against change, with a five generation gap between Gramma and her great, great, grandchildren, she was often faced with ideas which were not part of her experience.. yet she loved us through it all.

    Whenever you heard Gramma say "You know, I was just thinking, we knew it was time to buy a new house, new furniture, or at the very least rearrange all of the old pieces. No doubt she has already given St. Peter a few suggestions.

    Mom's spirit was sometimes a fiery spirit, most of us could relate at least one instance when the wrath of Esther fell upon us! Aunt Anne just told us yesterday that, in all of her ninety-six years, Mom was the only one who could boss her. She did, indeed possess a lively spirit, one which allowed her to always live life to the fullest. Mom loved life.

    Mom's love of God guided and directed her life. From her early years as a child in Sunday School at St. john's in Kitchener to her later years at St. George's and her at St. John's, being a part of the church family was important to her. The Eucharist was her favourite service, and she loved the quiet of the mid-week communions she regularly attended. It was within the context of her faith that she celebrated the joys and found comfort in times of sorrow. We always knew we were in her prayers. Those of you who have visited her apartment will know that she kept a copy of Footprints in the Sand where she could reread it often. The page of her daily scripture calendar was always turned. This faith was expressed outwardly in many tangible ways.. a card to encourage someone, cookies delivered to a friend, a call to say "I'm thinking about you.

    Moms church family was very important to her, and one which often afforded her strength and encouragement. Her church also offered her a special place to live, St. John's Centre, where she took such pride in her apartment and being part of the activities.

    Her hospitality was also an expression of her faith, as has been mentioned in her sharing the Eucharist with Shut-ins in her apartment. More often it was a cup of tea and a visit. What we saw in mom was a reflection of the great love God had for her. She loved her God.

    Gramma and Love, were, indeed synonymous.

    Last summer, we were fortunate to have been in Edinburgh at the time of the Tall Ships race. as we stood on the shore of the Firth of Forth, watching those magnificent vessels sail off, we couldn't help feel saddened at the thought of never seeing them again. However, the thought soon occurred to us, that on the far shore stood a welcome party. Imagine the joy and the excitement that awaited them!

    Imagine, too the welcome awaiting Gramma, Dad, Albert, George and Mary, Sandy ..., all there to greet her, to welcome her with love.

    Sail on, great lady!!!

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    HOWARTH, Mr. Albert, At Riverview Manor Nursing Home on Friday, June 26, 1992. Albert Howarth of 440 Water Street, 40 year member of St George's Choir, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Esther Martin and the late Evelyn Howarth. Dear step-father of Marjorie Voegtle and her husband Mel of Kitchener, Elaine Coursey and her husband Jack of Kitchener, Richard Martin and his wife Cathy of Mississauga, Mary Ann King and her husband Ron of Bobcaygeon, Diane Zajac and her husband Roy of Peterborough, Gerald Martin and his wife Debbie of Peterborough. Also survived by 20 grandchildren and 23 Great grandchildren. Dear uncle of Gordon Helm and his wife Isobelle of Hudson Quebec, and Dorothy Prime of Vermount. Resting at the Comstock Funeral Home, 356 Rubidge Street from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. The service will be held at St. John's Anglican Church on Monday, June 29th at 10: 30 a.m. The Reverend Canon Ronald Davidson officiating. Interment Rosemount Memorial Gardens. Special thanks to Nursing staff 3rd floor Medical St. Joseph's General Hospital.3a

    3aPeterborough Examiner 28 Jun 1992

    Children:
    1. 1. Marjorie Lillian Martin was born 16 May 1929, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Mar 2005, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. George Edward Martin was born 1930, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Jul 1984, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. Elaine Martin


Generation: 3

  1. 4.  William John Martin was born Jan 1872, , England (son of Martin and Elizabeth); died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-157270
    • Immigration: 1904
    • Occupation: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
    • Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church England
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Occupation: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mixer, Rubber Factory
    • Residence: 1921, 77 Spring St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    William — Mary Ann. Mary was born Feb 1870, , England; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]


  2. 5.  Mary Ann was born Feb 1870, , England; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Name: Mary Ann Martin
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-157271
    • Immigration: 1911
    • Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church England
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Residence: 1921, 77 Spring St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Children:
    1. William John Martin was born Oct 1892, , England; died Yes, date unknown.
    2. George Frederick Martin was born Nov 1894, , England; died Yes, date unknown.
    3. Thomas Charles Martin was born Nov 1894, , England; died Yes, date unknown.
    4. 2. Richard Thomas Martin was born 3 Dec 1903, London, England; died 25 Jul 1974, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario.
    5. George Martin was born 1904, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    6. Thomas Martin was born 1910, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    7. Lilian Martin was born 1912, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  3. 6.  Joseph Thomas Raines was born 17 Aug 1872, , Kent, England; died 28 Feb 1945, Streetsville, Toronto Twp., Peel Co., Ontario.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-128801
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Occupation: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Rubber Worker, Rubber Factory
    • Residence: 1921, 138 Charon Ave., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Notes:

    JOSEPH RAINES Joseph Raines, formerly of Kitchener, died at the home of his He was born in Kent, England Aug. 17, 1872, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Raines. He married Emma Jones, also of Kent. The couple came to Canada in 1912, settling in Kitchener 27 years ago. He was predeceased by one son who died during the last war as a prisoner in a German prison camp. He
    was also predeceased by his wife 11 years ago.

    Surviving him are six daughters, Mrs. Albert Berry, Mrs. R. C. Bauer, Mrs. U. Haid, Mrs. R. Martin, Mrs. E. Austin all of this city, and Miss Ann Raines of Streetsville. He also leaves two brothers and one sister in England; 24 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The remains are resting at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home pending funeral arrangements.


    Kitchener-Waterloo Record 29 Feb 1945

    Joseph — Emma Charlotte Jones. Emma was born 21 Aug 1875, Chatham, Kent, England; died 31 Aug 1933, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  4. 7.  Emma Charlotte JonesEmma Charlotte Jones was born 21 Aug 1875, Chatham, Kent, England; died 31 Aug 1933, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Name: Emma Charlotte Raines
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138446
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Residence: 1921, 138 Charon Ave., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Notes:

    Mrs. Joseph Raines The death of Mrs. Emma Charlotte Raines, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Urban Haid, 292 Wilmot Street, at 11: 45 o'clock last night.

    The deceased was born on August 21st, 1875 in Chatham, England, but came to Canada 22 years ago. She was a member of St. John's Anglican church and of the Canadian Order of the Woodmen of the World.

    The late Mrs. Raines is survived by her husband and by six daughters, Mrs Albert Berry, Mrs. Roy Bauer, Mrs Urban Haid, Mrs. Richard Martin, and Miss Josephine Raines, all of this city and Miss Annie Raines, R.N. of Toronto. One son Mr. George Thomas Raines predeceased her, dying in Germany, where he was a prisoner of war, two weeks before the signing of the Armistice. Also surviving are two brothers, Mr. John Jones and Mr. Steven Jones, both of England.

    The funeral will take place on Monday afternoon with a private service at 2: 30 o'clock at the residence, 292 Wilmot street, followed by a public service at three o'clock at st. John's Anglican Church, Rev H.M. Lang-Ford, rector of the Church will have charge of the service.


    Kitchener Waterloo Record 1 Sept 1933

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    Transcribed from the front leaf of a bible in the possession of Esther (Raines) Martin Howarth. 13 July 1994.

    Presented to Mrs. Raines on leaving the old land for Canada, with every good wish for a useful and happy future. From Colonel and Mrs. Lamb. A card found in the bible read. In loving memory of your Mother Sept 1933 Hilda Hunaberry.

    Children:
    1. Private George Thomas Raines was born 1894, Newnham, , Kent, England; died 24 Oct 1918, , Germany; was buried , Niederzwehren Cemetery, Kassel, , Hessen, Germany.
    2. Lucy Raines was born 1896, Faversham, , Kent, England; was christened 2 Dec 1896, Faversham, , Kent, England; died 23 Feb 1990, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. Louise Raines was born 4 Sep 1898, Faversham, , Kent, England; died 4 Apr 1985, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. Annie Elizabeth Raines was born 31 Oct 1900, Faversham, , Kent, England; died 18 Feb 1998, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    5. Edith Emma Raines was born 1903, Faversham, , Kent, England; died 13 Oct 2004, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    6. 3. Esther Raines was born 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England; was christened 11 May 1910, Newnham, , Kent, England; died 23 Aug 1996, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario.
    7. Josephine Raines was born 1914, , Quebec, Canada; died 2 Dec 1986, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.


Generation: 4

  1. 8.  Martin was born Abt 1839; died Bef 1921.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-323489

    Elizabeth. Elizabeth was born 1839, , England; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]


  2. 9.  Elizabeth was born 1839, , England; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Nationality: , Canada
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-323488
    • Immigration: 1912, , Canada
    • Residence: 1921, 77 Spring St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Children:
    1. 4. William John Martin was born Jan 1872, , England; died Yes, date unknown.