Martin Wexler

Martin “Marty” Wexler, born December 28th, 1951, in Montreal, Quebec died peacefully with his family by his side at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax on Tuesday December 14th, 2021 following a brief illness.

Loving husband of 47 years to Cheryl Klein Wexler. Devoted father of Ezra Wexler (Joanna) Kayla Wexler Robinson (Matthew). Beloved grandchildren, Boaz, Dov, Briella and Zaven.

Marty studied sociology and philosophy at Sir George Williams University in Montreal and later went on to earn a Master of Social Work at the Maritime School of Social Work at Dalhousie University in Halifax. A registered social worker for forty three years, Marty worked tirelessly for the rights of persons with disabilities to live in the community. He began his career working to develop group homes with the government of New Brunswick, followed by several enjoyable years at the Nova Scotia Hospital as a psychiatric social worker. There he became involved in the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union, becoming their Vice President. He soon recognized the need for housing and community support for persons with disabilities, and in 1986 founded Community Living Centres Inc. where he oversaw and operated small option homes and supported apartments every day until his recent admission to hospital.

Believing strongly in the rights of all disabled people Marty was a founding member and Chairman of the Disability Rights Coalition, a cross-disability coalition of individuals and organizations. Marty also served in various positions with the Continuing Care Association of Nova Scotia, including President, for many years. He also served as treasurer and participated on the human resources committee for the Shaar Shalom Synagogue, and recently accepted a position on the board for the Atlantic Jewish Council. Marty was an avid sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for football and golf, and enjoyed participating in many tournaments and pick up games with friends and strangers alike over the years. Marty touched many lives throughout his own life, and he will be missed by all. Due to covid restrictions a private funeral service will be held at the Shaar Shalom Synagogue with private burial to follow at the Shaar Shalom Cemetery. All are welcome to join by streamspot for the service and zoom for the burial.

A private shiva will be held at his home for the week following. Anyone looking to join in person at any of these events must register with [email protected] in order to ensure compliance with public health orders and show proof of vaccination.

To join us, a livestream is available at https://venue.streamspot.com/3d662700

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cruikshankhalifaxfuneralhome.com for the WEXLER family.