James (Marty) Squires
April 4, 1957 to February 24, 2024
Obituary
James (Marty) Squires passed peacefully away surrounded by his loving family at the Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre, at the age of 66 years.
Predeceased by his parents Gerard and Rhoda Squires, sister Dale and sister-in-law Pat Squires.
Leaving to mourn his children Rebecca (Bobby Batson) and Stephen Squires. His grandchildren and the light of his life, Olivia and James.
Brothers; George, Andrew (Ada), David (Ashley), sister Ann Squires (Herb), brother-in-law Roger Butler, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends.
A special thank you to the Palliative Care team and Dr. Marcus Hancock for their medical care during Marty’s illness, as well as his son-in-law Bobby, for being by his side and accompanying him to every medical appointment.
After retiring from his career as a Correctional Officer, Marty enjoyed working with the Association of New Canadians where he met, helped out and made many special friends. He enjoyed taking beach vacations and had a blast spending time with his children and grandchildren who he truly adored. He was always game for a cup of coffee and a good feed.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 12-4 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Sunday, March 3rd.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Center.
Hope you’re playing all the golf and racquetball up there Dad.
🎶Take it easy 🎶
Schedule
Visitations
12 - 4 p.m. on March 3, 2024
5 - 9 p.m. on March 3, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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I would like to express my deepest condolences to all Marty’s family and friends. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. I was a coworker of Marty’s for many years. His cheerful greetings and friendly smile always brightened my workday whenever we met. He drove my class on many a field trip, and I so appreciated his willingness help me and my students . I’m sure he will be missed by many, and I know I miss working with him! My sincere condolences to all of his loved ones.
My sincere condolences to the Squires families on the passing of Marty. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Noel
Dave, I am so sorry to learn of your brother’s death. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
To Dave & all of the Squires family, so sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. Because Dave & I were school buddies back in the day I got to know Marty. He was the guy who always had a big smile on his face & was so pleasant. His smile will live forever in your memories. Rest in peace Marty.
Dave and the Squires family, I’m sorry about the death of your brother, father…. And 66 is not old at all but cancer takes over and we’re powerless. It must be comforting to read and hear all the lovely comments and memories about Marty; may your memories help support you in the coming months. My sincere condolences, Gerry Marshall
To the Squires family,
I am sorry to hear about Marty’s passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
To all the Squires family my deepest condolences on Marty’s passing.. I was heartbroken to hear yesterday that he had passed. Over the years I would pop in on Marty on my visits back home and he always greeted me warmly and we’d reminisce on the old days growing up on Tunis Court. I will miss and remember him always.
Marty (who shared the same birthday as my father) was my neighbour growing up on Tunis Court and, although younger than me, was always present in my life; whether chatting in the driveway or chance meetings with him and David at Jungle Jim’s. Always with a smile and a story. You will be missed.
Our sincere condolences to all the Squires family.
Sandra (French) Browne and Philip
To the squires family, my condolence on Marty”s passing. . I first met him in 1976 as an 18 year old in the 56 Field. Squadron and had the privilege of crossing paths with him many times at SCI. And I am glad I got to have a brief chat and words off mutual encouragement, when we met on the morning of 3rd January 2024 at the entrance to the HSC, He was all the good things that I read about him, and mor.e . Chimo
Dave, I’m so sorry to hear of Marty’s passing, St. Bon’s foggy memories return with ageing they were good and humorous as kids were LOL. I wish to Xpress my sincere condolences to you and family on his passing.
Karen, Rebecca, Stephen and members of the Squires family we were so sorry to hear of Marty passing. Sincere condolences,
Lynn & Frank Murray
Rebecca , Bobby Stephen and the Squires family.
So sorry for your loss but I’m sure a part of your dad will live on in you and the grandkids!
RIP Marty
Karen, Frank, Rebecca,/Bobby, Stephen and the Squires family, thinking of you all at this difficult time. . My sincere condolences to you all. Today, I remember Marty and celebrate the good chats we would have when he would pick up Rebecca, Stephen on Quigley’s Lane many times over the years. Always a big chuckle, Marty made me laugh or I would make him laugh, they are fond memories now I have. Rest In Peace Marty. May you all find Comfort in the coming days. ❤️🙏🏻
Karen Fitzgerald/Rod Kearsey
To The Squires Family; please accept my deepest condolence on Marty’s passing. We worked together at H.M.P. and Salmonier Correctional Institution for a number of years. We had fun and enjoyed rowing on Quida Vida. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him.
Deepest condolences to Dave, Stephen and all the family on your loss..
I remeber Marty way back in the Tunis Court days growing up, later as class mates at Gonzaga, then the old Bella Vista days in our 20’s and up to our senior years.
Marty had a great attitude and always saw the funnier side of things. It was always a pleasure to be in his company.
I’m glad I was able to visit and have a chat with him (and a few laughs) before his passing
Marty you will be missed….God speed buddy
To The Squires Family, My thoughts are with you at this time of personal loss. I recall Marty from the mid 70’s in school, cadets and military. May he rest in peace. Chimo, Gerard
Deepest Condolences to all of Marty’s family and friends…He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved him RIP Marty…..
Dave, sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. Many condolences.
BrianPorter
The most precious of gifts! Every parent wishes only the very best for their children. and to be proud of them and their accomplishments in life. Well – Your Dad got his wish and then some! His legacy will live on in the two of you (Rebecca & Stephen)….. Love Mom XOXO
Condolences to the entire Squires Family. (George, Andy, Dave & Ann.) And let’s not forget those many cousins. Karen & Frank XOXO
My condolences to the Squires family especially Stephen and Rebecca. Marty was great Dad and I remember many skiing trips to white hills with the kids and playing the eagles on the radio as we drove out, skating at mile one with the kids, and swimming at the aquarena. We always ended up at Jungle Jims or Tim Hortons. Had many a great chat over coffee, wings and beer…til we meet again….
So sad to hear of Marty’s passing. We worked together at Salmonier Correctional Institution many years ago. He was a bright light who always shared a joke or a story.. Marty had a gift for finding the humour in everything and an unforgettable belly laugh. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. I’m sure he has left many wonderful stories and memories to cherish. Sleep peacefully my friend.
My condolences to the Squires family. It was my good fortune to have known and enjoyed many great times together with Marty and our other mutual friends back in our younger days. Marty was always great fun to be around , a true friend and I recall many laugh until you cry moments.. Rest in Peace my friend.
Marty was, is and always will be a wonderful friend from our days playing in the back garden until now. At times, he and Dave were like two more brothers for Ches and I. I can recall us all eating mom’s baked treats, laughing and being boys growing up in the best place, Tunis Court.
My dear friend you will be missed greatly and you were loved like a brother and will remain in my thoughts for ever. Never to be forgotten.
My sincerest condolences to all of Marty’s family.
sorry to hear of martys passing he will be rememberd marty and i worked at hmp and salmonier great guy and and a funny guy rip marty
Marty rest in peace my friend, both Lynn and myself were so sorry to hear of this. You were a great friend and a laugh to work with, till we meet again.
So sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. Sincere codolences to all the family. He was a great guy. Always ready for a laugh. RIP My friend.
Stephen, I’m so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, thinking of you. Take care buddy.
Heartfelt condolences to the Squiires Family As my brother Joe said the other day Marty Squires was one of the nicest guys. You could ever want to meet. Always so welcoming and so happy to see you..I will always remember him and Joe leaning over the fence telling a yarn or two -hard to tell who was laughing the loudest Thanks Marty for being such a wonderful friend and neighbor to our family RIP. Mary Lake Vanzanten
I was saddened to learn of Marty’s passing. We had some wonderful times over the years.Sincere condolences to all the family. I am sorry I will miss the visitation as i am away. Rip Marty
Marty grew up next door to us on Tunis Court. He was a wonderful friend and neighbour who touched our lives in many positive ways. So happy to have enjoyed a lovely visit with him last June when I was home. I cherish all the memories I have of Marty and offer my heartfelt condolences to the Squires family.. He will surely be missed.
Clare (Lake) Craig
My deepest condolences and prayers to the families of Marty.A great man who I worked with for a long time.A better person you couldn’t work with. RIP Marty.
To the Squires family : Looking at Martys picture reminds me of our younger days knocking around Tunis Crt. Hard to believe all those years have passed us by. We ha some fun times then. RIP , Marty
I am truly sorry to hear of Marty’s passing and my sincere condolences to the family.
Marty was really kind and caring to many clients at the Association for New Canadians and to his colleagues. as well.
I will remember his gentle and warm smile. Even on days you knew he was trying so hard, he still had that gentle smile.
He will be missed! Rest in Peace Marty dear!!
So sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. I did not know Marty very well, but I obviously know his brothers well, and I wish to Xpress. I sincere condolences to them on his passing.
Rest in peace Marty you were a fine man.
Denis Barry.
We are thinking of Marty’s family and friends during this very sad time. We have known Marty for many years during the times he rowed and worked at HMP with our brothers. We will always remember his kindness.
Our condolences to the Squires family. Marty, was a great friend growing up, we shared many life experiences in our younger years, whether it was climbing the White Hills, Army cadets,or the militia camp in the summers. I will always smile when I remember the many good adventures we found ourselves on. CHIMO!, Marty.
Our sincere condolences to all of Marty’s family. We worked together at HMP.He was a great coworker with a wonderful sense of humor that always made the workplace a better place. May your wonderful memories make the difficult days ahead a little easier to bear
Pat Myers and Susan
My condolences to the squires family
Marty was a great guy and a wonderful friend
So sorry to hear of his passing, and that I am away
And won’t be able to attend.
Take care
Condolences to the Squires family. I’ve know Marty for many years working here at the ANC. He would stop by for many chats and loved a good laugh.. RIP Marty you will surely be missed by many.
I am so very sorry to hear that Marty has passed. Sending Rebecca and Stephen and all his family my sincere condolences. RIP 🙏
So sad to hear of Marty,s passing, enjoyed working with Marty at H.M.P. always had a smile and a great sense of humor. R.I.P. Marty. 🙏🙏🙏
Marty, thanks for the laughs.
So very sorry to learn of Marty’s passing. I worked with Marty at the ANC. for over two years. Never was there ever a nicer person to work with then Marty. Always happy with a smile and a good laugh.
He loved working with ANC and loved talking to the clients about their homeland and their various cultures. Marty was respected by all who know him.
R.I.P. my friend.
So very sorry to hear of Marties passing. We had lots of great chats over the years oh and coffee too. He will be missed by many 🙏❤️
May he’s gentle soul rest in peace
Dave my sympathies. Know you guys all knew each other for years.
We would like to extend our sincerest condolences to Rebecca, Stephen and the rest of the family. May you rest in peace, Marty.
Truly sorry to hear of Marty’s passing. He was the sweetest man. I enjoyed when he came to the clinic he would always have a smile and a friendly chat. He will be missed.
Condolences to his family and friends
Jill
(Dr. Hancock’s office)
I was quite saddened to hear of Marty’s passing. My condolences go out to his entire family. We were coworkers at HMP for a number of years. Rest in peace, Marty. God Bless
With our deepest condolences to Rebecca , Steven and the Squires family Norma and I will share many happy memories with joy and laughter. Norma worked many years with Marty and enjoyed his humour and sweet smile. I started at ANC nearly five years ago and the day we met I knew we would be good friends, There were many days I wished I
could have met Marty when we were younger, fishing and golf would have been on the calendar.
We always wore a smile when we seen Marty , he had the glow that was contagious., we will both dearly miss you my friend. RIP Marty 💙
Marty was a wonderful person and a valued member of our team. We appreciated his good humour, great spirit and genuine kindness. He will be missed by all of his colleagues.
Our sincerest condolences.
I forgot to include my maiden name in my previous condolences
RIP my dear childhood friend “Marty”. We were of the generation that you went out to play after breakfast, actively played all day long , only coming home for meals. Tunis court was choc full of kids all ready to play baseball, hockey, tennis and any game we could come up with. Marty I have so many happy memories of you making us all laugh ( right from the gut) ! Roller skating at the stadium. Memories that I shall always treasure. My condolences to your family 💕
Deepest condolences to all Marty’s family. Frank and Marty were good neighborhood friends growing up.
My sincere condolences to the Squires family. I worked with Marty at the Association of New Canadians and we became good friends. Marty was a great co-worker and always there when needed and always there for a good laugh. Marty you will be greatly missed by all who knew you. Rest in Peace. Jim Lahey
Rebecca, Stephen and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. We were hired the on the same day at HMP and he was a pleasure to work with. I am truly saddened by this news. Rest in peace, Marty.
Lionel and Maxine Churchill
My Deepest Sympathy to Marty’s Family. I worked with him fior a number of years at HMP. He was a fine individual who always had a smile and loved a joke. May he soar with the Angels. Rest Easy My Friend
Rebecca and Steven
Sorry for the loss of your father, he was an unbelievable character and a pleasure to work and socialize with. Unfortunately I am out of the country and will be unable to get to the wake, please know I am thinking of you at this time, my condolences.
Don Roche
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family
Rebecca, Stephen and family, I am so sorry to read of Marty’s passing. I met Marty when I worked at Tim Hortons and he quickly became my favourite customer. He always had a smile on his face, a twinkle in his eye and a quick chat while he waited for his coffee. Marty was a genuine gentleman and I am so thankful that I met him. I am so sorry for your loss and offer my deepest sympathies during this time.
I am so sorry to learn of Marty’s passing. Marty was a credit to the Correctional Officers’ staff and a true gentleman. Please accept my sincere condolences.. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
So sad to hear of Marty’s passing. We were neighbours in Torbay. Such a friendly , kind person . Always fun conversations and he was so kind to our son. Always had a treat for him. Sending our sincere condolences to his family..
Rebecca Stephen and Martyrs entire family Marty was like family to myself and Kathy we shared a lot of times together At the Sunday table having a feed and some laughs together He was a very incredible person and will be missed by all . Please accept our deepest condolences at these difficult times may god bless.RIP my friend .❤️
We met Marty & his 2 beautiful children on a beach vacation. We spent many evenings chatting up a storm.
Rebecca,, Stephen and families we were heartbroken to learn of your Dad’s passing. May he forever watch over you. Thinking of you during one of the most difficult times. Condolences to all.
Our condolences to Marty’s family. We have both known him as a friend and as one of my close co workers for many years. Throughout my visits with Marty he fought his sickness to the very end with dignity. His sense of humour and laughter will be truly missed. Rest in peace .
My condolences to the entire family, I have had the pleasure of working with Marty since 2009. We had many good chats about the usual, family, travel, economics and we always enjoyed a coffee when time permitted. Marty has been an integral contributor to countless newcomers to the province, and built many friendships with those he served. Marty always was able to bring some levity to sometimes challenging situations. On behalf of everyone at the Association For New Canadians my deepest condolences. Also, on behalf of my wife Sherry and I, our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dear Rebecca, Stephen and the rest of Marty’s loved ones,
I am so sad to hear that Marty passed away. I always enjoyed having a chat with him and hearing his funny stories. He was quick with a genuine laugh that made me smile.
Love is being sent to all of you.
Cindy Somerton
My condolences to all the Family. It was a pleasure working with Marty in years gone by. I know his lasting memories will bring peace and comfort at this sad and difficult time.