With deep love and sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Martin, aged 65, Monday, 23 February 2026
Dearly loved husband, best friend, and soul mate of Jennie.
Cherished Dad and father-in-law of Vicki and Nick, Mark and Amber, Ryan and Michael, Melissa and Angus.
Much loved Granddad of Abbie, Sophia, Xavier, Harrison, Jasmine, Edward, Elsie and Ellanore.
Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Murray* and Kath, Barry, Geoffrey* and Sandra, Allan, Brian*, Linda and Graham, Alex and Tina, and Sharon. Loved son of Joan* and Terry*, much loved son-in-law of Warren and Delwyn, and the late Allison. Adored uncle of his nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. *Denotes deceased
Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful emergency crews in Oamaru.
A celebration of Marty's life will be held at Weston Hall, 20 Main Street, Weston, Oamaru on Tuesday 3rd March at 11.30am
"Dad, I'm hungry" "Hi Hungry, I'm Dad"
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due to unforeseen circumstances we couldn't be with you today but was able to watch live stream. It was a beautiful service and a great Tribute to a very s[ecial man. Have very fond memories of Martin over the years. To all the family my thoughts are with you all .
I only met Marty a handful of times, but what a blessing those meetings were. He immediately made me feel like his best friend - a feeling he gave to everyone, from what I know of him. I met Ryan, Mark, and Melissa on a cruise, and each of them connected with me in the same way. I've never known such a sense of family - you guys epitomise true family love. Marty, you were such a beautiful man (a larrikin for sure), and at the base of it all, a truly decent bloke, who will live on through his children and the many lives he touched. He will always be with you. Sending so much love to the whole family as you grieve this great loss. easy, Marty.
what a beautiful tribute to a much-loved man, through the tears and the laughter, there was a sense of that which will never die of Martin in the gathering of family and friends. I am grateful to be able to witness more of the magnificent family I am part of and mourn with you all who are left the gap that Martin leaves. Gone way too rapidly, but your loving presence is anchored here Martin, thank you for letting your light and grounded kindness be among us for the 65 years of mischief and boldness that was you, enriching the world in the many ways you did. :-)