Gary P.J. Martin
June 21, 1951 ~ December 13, 2015
DANVERS- Gary P.J. Martin, 64, passed away on December 13, 2015 at home, following a brief illness. He was the loving husband of Joan Lavoie Martin with whom they spent 42 years of marriage.
Born in Somerville on June 21, 1951, he was the son of the late Donald and Helen (Geleas) Martin. Gary was raised and educated in Danvers and graduated from Danvers High School in 1969. He had been a member of the Laborers Union, Local 22. Gary enjoyed entertaining in his home, especially to have friends and family over for a swim in the pool. He was an avid New England sports fan. Gary was surrounded with wonderful friends and family. He had had much love and support from the medical community. His wishes were that when you think of him, remember a happy memory, and have a shot of Blackberry.
In addition to his wife, Joan, he is survived by his daughter, Kimberly Tanzella of Danvers and his son and daughter-in-law, Cory and Jodi Martin of Danvers, a sister, Paula Martin Privé of Hampton, NH, two grandchildren, Kayla and Greyson and a great grandson, Scott. He was predeceased by his brother, Donald Martin, Jr.
Gary’s wishes were that all funeral services be held privately. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Gary’s name to the Lynda J. Talbot Memorial Fund, c/o Julie Donnelly, 6 Crestline Cir, Danvers, MA, 01923 or Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA, 01923.
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Joan, Kim, and Corey, I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was such a great guy! I have so many fond childhood memories of swimming at your pool and spending Christmas Eve with all of us at the Dirubio’s. I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. XOXO Dena DeLuca Chase
Thinking of you all with heart felt sympathy and sorrow. I could not be more sorry for your loss.
Mike Herlihy and Family
•After the tears have dried and the goodbyes have been said, all we have to hold onto are the happy memories that we’ve shared with our loved ones who have passed, this is what keeps them alive in our hearts and in our minds, and they will continue to live on, through us. My heartfelt condolences. Gary was always the best host whenever we would do our yearly get togethers at your house. Love to you all, Judy Haley and family
Joan, I was so saddened to hear this. I had the pleasure of seeing you both this year a couple of times when we were planning the reunion. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers… Nancy (Granese) DiLuca
i know there will always be a Red Sox fan in Heaven ! He loved to share the stories of Fenway . Never forget the day he asked me to go to a game with him. He brought some brownies for the old timer at the Fenway Park parking lot. Got inside called John Henry go to guy. He told the usher to put us at field level seats. He called a guy named Butch that ran the concession. He told Gary there are som beers for us .
Gary just had a way about him! People loved him.
I will miss you buddy !
Joanie so sorry for lost ! Let your family be your strength !
Louis & Susan Bourgeois
Cory I’m so sorry for your loss……I I Remember your dad well. I remember eating tomato soup with Ritz crackers in it because that’s how he grew up eating it. My thoughts are with you 🙁
Joan ,Kim and Corey i am so saddened to hear of the loss of Gary he was a wonderful guy and he will be truely missed by many. I am thinking of you all durning this difficult time. Dana Margolis
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a great guy. I’m sure he’s up there having a shot of black berry with my dad.
May you find comfort in your memories.
Joan, We are so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Don and Joanie Lothrop
See you on the other side, Greek.
Paul and I were sadden to here about Gary’s passing. Our prayers are with you Joan, Kim and Cory.
Paul and Sharleen Carlsen
Sorry for your loss Martin Family. Clasmate of Gary’s . ( Ellen Bolduc Evitts)
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family Joan on the passing of Gary. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
Diane Ingraham
Joan,very sorry to hear about Gary’s passing My thoughts and prayers are with you
Joan we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Jeri and Bob Levasseur
You will always be my baby Love Aunt Kay
Joan,so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. He was a bright light in so many peoples lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Had many a shot of blackberry with gary. Back in the days of levitz furniture. Great man.
Joan, So very sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. I extend to you and your family my most heartfelt sorrow and condolences. Peace.
Barbara Berry Siebers
Joan sorry to hear of the passing of Gary, we worked together on the Rt.128 ramp project together and have been friends since. The Mantyla Family
Joan and family,,was saddened to hear of your great loss. Though many years have passed, you have been in my thoughts many times. Know you are loved and prayed for. Your Cousin, Cindy Douglass
Joan,Kim, and Corey. I was very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was a great person who touched many lives. He will be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Rod Armand
So Sorry for the Martin Family, I worked at Fenway for the entire reconstruction as an employee of the Boston Red Sox, Myself and several other stadium employees immediately immediately bonded with Gary. He was a true fan of the game, and a genuine person. I feel honored that I was able to let Gary use my tickets any time he wished, including a very memorable game with his brother Don. Gary was so happy that he could make that happen. I am sure that he and his brother are up their wishing the Red Sox another Championship Year. Will miss ya Gary…Tommy Barnard Jr.
Joan…I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Gary was a great guy and he will forever be remembered. Alyce Kelly Cavanaugh
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