Robert William Martin

MARTIN, Robert William “Bob” WWII Veteran The family announces with sorrow his passing on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Cecilia Mabel Langevin. Loving father of Jeffery Martin (Susan), John Martin (Marion) and Reverend Janet Weller (Martyn). Beloved former father-in-law to Debbie Martin. Proud grandfather of Sarah Duplessis (Marc), Heather White (Derek), Benjamin (Ingrid), Jason (Catherine), Scott Weller (Carina), Matthew Weller (Erica), and the late Aaron Martin. Great-grandfather of Ainsley, Hayden, Jordan, Rhiannon, Gwynyth, Lincoln, Douglas, Samantha, Katy, Sophia, Nadine, Jarrod and Aaron. Dear brother of late Elsie Wood, the late George and the late Edwin Martin.

In early 1945, Bob went overseas and directly participated in the liberation of The Netherlands with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders, and remained on peace-keeping duties until late in 1946. Bob was an active and hard worker. For years, Bob ran his own business, Bob Martin Motor Sales and the South End Shell. Prior to that, he was a sales manager at Keith Brown Motors, and co-owner of Sidney Auto Supply. His passion for his clients who he served for over 50 years in total, demonstrated itself by frequently breaking sales records at Holiday Ford in the last 20 years of his career. A kind soul, Bob never hesitated to help his friends and family whenever they needed it. He was active with both the Shriner’s and the Masons. He was also a long-time member of St. George’s and St. Barnabas’s churches. Bob was an avid outdoorsman and was part of the Rose Island Hunt Club in its early days. He also loved watching and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs whenever a game was on TV.

In keeping with current restrictions, a private service will be held with interment at Highland Park Cemetery. A public celebration of Bob’s life will be held at later date. In honour of Bob, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Shriners Hospital, or charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.comstockkaye.com.