Dear Diane,
I just happened to see Marty's obituary today. I think we were gone last September when he died. 

Cornie and I enjoyed being your neighbors for over 20 years on Harvest Street.  We wept with you when Danny died, and studied the Bible with you.  

It has been so long since we moved away, but I always think of you when I drive down our street on a memory trip and wonder what you have doing and where you are living now.  

Blessings as you miss your dear husband. May you feel strength and peace from God as you continue life without him.  Say Hello and give my sympathy to Kim also.  Hard to believe sometimes that our children can be all grown up and with adult kids of their own!

Esther (Leugs) Bos

Dianne, Kim and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time.  Marty was such a kind hearted, loving, caring, and gentle soul.  Just a great man.  He always brought a smile to my face and warmed my heart with his great big smile as he greeted me with a big hug every time we saw each other!  I have so many fond memories of such a special family.  It took this special family to have the special need of the first hearing dog "Crystal".  They sparked the need for many individuals in their community that were deaf or hearing impaired and that was the spark that ignited the mission which became Ears For the Deaf and now known as Paws With A Cause.   They continued to support PAWS for the 40 plus years it has been in existence and Marty and Dianne volunteered at PAWS until just recently.  Thank you for your dedication and support all these years it has been greatly appreciated.  What a remarkable legacy to know that you had such a significant effect on so many lives.  Keep your cherished memories of Marty close to your hearts.   He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten!
                                                         With Much Love,
                                                                  Richard and Karen Sapp and Family


Marty was my friend during his highschool and post highschool years before our lives took us to different places.  We went to Corinth Ref Church together and hung out doing nothing and everything together for a few years.  I remember learning to communicate well with him lip reading and I understood him well.  He didn't let his deafness stop him.  I also remember going over 130 mph in his Thunderbird convertible as we drove on the new 131 expressway  .  Marty rest in peace.  My best thoughts and prayers to his brothers and sisters.  I think I met Diane once or twice and I hurt for him when he lost his son tragically.  Rog Burgess       

So sorry to hear about Marty’s passing.  I know we bumped into each other at a couple of reunions, but I will also remember him from high school.  When I look back now and remembering how happy he always was and so quick with a smile.  When I also think now at the struggle it must have been for him and Kathy Cook Murphy, also hearing impaired and marvel how they managed to get through high school with out the benefits of the aids kids have today.  Hugs and Condolences to all his family
Pat Ellis White

Will miss this guy, he was such a great soul , caring,  encourage person... Wanted to thanks him for helping  me started softball team ,  later start Ladies softball his helped  being coaching with us.  But he was more loyal friend, family , business  camping n trips that we hanged out ...great old days...will never forget him... rest n peace in Heaven....❤️🙏

Dearest Family Members of Marty Jansen,
Our hearts were saddened to have lost another Classmate from 1958 Caledonia High School but praising God that Marty heard the Angles welcoming him into the arms of our his Lord and Savior. 
It was very inspiring to read all of Marty's accomplishments throughout his life and will keep all of you in our prayers as you mourn your loss.

Sincerely,
Jack & Gerry Thornton (Maiden Name) Gerry Christman



I had the privilege of being  a coworker and his boss at DPI for many years. It would be hard to find a better friend. Diane you have my deepest sympathy I will always remember you and Marty we had many nice visits after he retired and I would stop by.

My condolences to Diane & Family. I worked with Marty & Diane many years ago at the Hearing & Speech Center. They were on the board and fierce advocates for deaf services. He was the nicest man. Always smiling and willing to help. He will be greatly missed. RIP Marty. 
❤🙏🤟

I am so sorry to hear about Marty passing. Both he and Diane are a huge part of my family and our lives together. I was blessed to know them both and to have worked with Diane for many years at Paws With A Cause. I have hundreds of memories I can share and hope to do so when we can all be together to celebrate the life and a truly great man.

Much love,
Ken, Peggy, Ben and Joel Kirsch

I am so sorry for your loss, Marty was one of my favorite people to talk to when I hung around the Deaf community for a while in Grand Rapids. I feel so blessed to have known Marty and Dianne and have them a part of my life for a couple years.  Hugs for Dianne and family. 

OBITUARY

Martin Conrad Jansen

11 November, 1938 – 22 September, 2020

Cook Funeral and Cremation Services

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