Nina Martin-Sheppard
September 24, 1936 to November 12, 2024
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Nina Martin-Sheppard on November 12, 2024.
Nina was predeceased by her husbands Ambrose Martin in 1978 and Harold Sheppard in 2003. As the last surviving child of Ambrose and Maud Squires of St. Phillips, she was predeceased by her siblings Peter (Ellen), James (Gladys), Leander (Lillian), Avalon (Flora), and Violet (William A) King. She was also predeceased by her in-laws Joyce Snow, Verna Bennett, and Bill Martin.
Nina is survived by her devoted children Todd, Ross, Boyd (Barb) and Jill (Sheldon) Camp. Also left with loving memories of Gran are her grandchildren Adam Murrin, Hilary (Curtis) Cable, Matthew Camp and Claire Martin, and great-grandchildren Rylee, Paislee, Sophia, and Max. She will be greatly missed by her sister-in-law Rowena Sharpe, and fondly remembered by Harold’s children Howard, Ethel, Wayne, and Margaret.
For Mom, family was paramount. She provided excellent care, including to her mother and her husbands through their illnesses. Mom took a keen interest in how everyone in the family was doing, and she dearly loved being surrounded by her family. Weekly gatherings at Mom’s/Gran’s kept her well-connected to the younger generations and each generation meant more love to share. Family and friends who visited were made to feel welcome in her home. She offered a patient listening ear to many and provided comfort to her extended family as her siblings passed in their turn.
Mom started work early, as a teacher on the west coast of Newfoundland. She continued to work hard throughout her life and supported her family for many years in the family business (Martin’s Corner on Fleming Street). In doing so, she offered support to others as well. She actively participated in many levels of church work, from the Anglican Church Women’s Association, to the church office, and to the Diocesan Synod. She gave her best to each endeavour (she would accept no less) and set an example for her family to follow. She brought out the best in us and her legacy will live on in each person.
Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. on Thursday, November 14th at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. A funeral service will be held at St. Philips Anglican Church on Friday, November 15th at 11 a.m. with inurnment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery on Forest Rd. Donations in her memory may be made to the St. Philip’s Anglican Church.
Schedule
Visitations
2-9 p.m. on November 14, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Friday November 15th
The Anglican Parish of St. Philip
20 Coady's Road, Portugal Cove – St. Philip's, NL.
Sending condolences to Boyd and all the family! My family lived on Fleming St. and I remember Mr Martin! I don’t remember Mrs. Martin but I can remember the store vividly! May she rest in peace!
Dear Todd, Ross, Boyd, Jill and families. I was saddened to hear from Ross today that your beloved mother passed away last week
I have many fond memories of your mom and dad when we rented your downstairs apartment on Thorburn Road. in the 1970s.
Her grace, kindness and beautiful smile has stayed with me.
My condolences to you all. Carolyn Emerson
I am heart sick for the loss of my dearest Aunt Nina. When I was little, I thought she was so glamorous because she always wore nail polish. That meant movie star to me. I loved it when we would all visit at special family gatherings, and at either our place or yours on many, many Friday nights for the card games and socializing which, more often than not, turned into dancing in the living room. Adults and children dancing and carousing to Let’s Twist Again on the record player. She and Uncle Am knew how to have fun! But her life was not without its share of troubles too, most especially when Uncle Am was so sick and then passed away. Again, she was a role model on how to stand strong and rise to life’s challenges. She was admired and loved by everyone who knew her as Mrs. Martin, Nina, Aunt Nina, Gran and “Marsh”. She especially loved children, and they, her. You could see it in her face as she bent down to get closer to listen to them, with her sweet half smile and her eyes a twinkle. I am so sorry Todd, Ross, Boyd and Jill, for surely you have lost a lot with Aunt Nina’s passing. There is a sense of aloneness that comes when we lose our second parent. And a feeling of hollowness in your chest for the loss of your mom. So, your grief and loss are doubly deep. You all are in our thoughts and hearts at this saddest time.
Sending our deepest most heartfelt condolences to all of Nina’s family on her passing. Thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. RIP Nina.
Todd and Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gloria & Dave
We were so saddened to hear of your Mothers passing. I had many occasions to sit with her and enjoy our conversation into which she was sure to make you laugh. Nina was a very lovely lady and she will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to all her family.
Dear Todd, Boyd, Ross and Jill, deepest sympathy on Nina’s death. She was a special person, who lived a life of faith and service. I loved to hear her read the scriptures, she did it so well. I believe it was the last service she offered our Church. She only stopped when it became too difficult for her to walk up to the Lectern. God bless you Nina, and love to all of you, my cousins. May she rest in God’s eternal peace. Shirley and Charlie.
Jill, Boyd, Ross,
and Todd,
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have great memories of your Mom and of course your late father. Many memories from the entire Martin family as a matter of fact.
May she rest in peace…
Jill and family so sorry to hear your mom’s passing, I remember going to her store as a kid for many snacks . My favourite was Pepsi and jacks cheeses , always had a smile . Keep your memories as you go on in your lives .
Aunt Nina’s Family,
We were so sad to hear of Aunt Nina’s passing.. Cherish all of your precious memories .Keeping all of you in our thought s and prayers.
God Bless
Sincere Condolences to all Nina’s family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Nina 🙏
Todd, Ross, Boyd, Jill and families. Sorry to hear this news. Cherish your memories. My sincerest condolences. Bob d
Todd and family
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I have many memories of her over the years and she was always so pleasant and supportive.
Sincere condolences from Karen, the kids and I.
Treasure the memories.
Sandy
To the Martin family,
Sorry to learn of your mother’s passing.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers at this time.
During my time as rector of the parish she was the ACW President and member of vestry. As well she would spend Friday mornings in the office.
She was a faithful member of the Congregation of St.Philip’s.
Now she is at rest, resting from her labours.
Well done thou Good and Faithful Servant.
Todd and family,
So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all.
To Aunt Nina’s Family. Sending my Thoughts and Deepest Sympathy on the passing of your Dear Mom . She was always a wonderful Lady.
Cyril Squires @ Family
The Martin Family:
So saddened to hear about your mom’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this difficult time.. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. RIP.
So sorry of hear of your moms passing. Have many memories of her. I didn’t spend as much time as my other siblings on Fleming St but I enjoyed my time there. Condolences to Todd, Ross, Boyd and Jilll. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
I’m so sorry to hear of Gran’s passing, she was a beautiful woman inside and out. I was fortunate to meet her when I worked at the Signature Salon. She quickly informed me I was to call her Gran❤️ RIP Gran
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother Nina
She was always pleasant and patient with us when we went to the store . We lived on Fleming st
So sorry to hear of Nina’s passing.
I have very fond memories of her when I was as growing up on Thor burn Road
Donna (Parrell) Payne
Our deepest condolences are sent to Nina’s family. May the memories of her love and care give you comfort today and always.
I’m so sorry to hear of Aunt Ninas passing. She was such a beautiful person. I loved going to visit her and hearing stories of Mommy and Daddy. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. To me she was grace and elegance personified.
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom, she was a wonderful person for sure.
Nina was a very, very special lady. She will always remain in my heart with very fond memories.. Condolences to all her family and friends..
My Deepest Condolences to the Family
Nina was a Beautiful Soul and will always be remembered and holds a very special place in my heart
Hold your memories close
God speed
Debby and Paul Saunders (Bennett)
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Martin’s passing. I remember her fondly from Martin’s Store on Fleming Street which I frequented quite often when I lived on Circular Road.
RIP
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Nina’s family. We have wonderful memories of being in Nina’s company over the years with her, Am and sister Violet and Bill. May She Rest In Peace!!
To Todd and all the Martin family, my condolences on the loss of your dear Mom. May she rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers with the family .Deb and George in Calgary .Ab
Dear Todd ,Ross , Boyd and Jill , In this time of deep sadness in the passing of you Dear Mother I’m sure smiles and great memories will follow the tears. Aunt Nina was a woman of great Grace , a great teacher to all especially her children. Aunt Nina loved one and all , her siblings were cherished by her and always spoke to the highest regards of her parents. . She took such pride in the way she carried herself throughout life., she was a woman whom I admired and as a young child I always thought to myself that she was a woman of grace , a confident proud woman. My siblings and I visited her home many times but the last time we visited I was sat down in her room on a chair and she made a gesture to me to come over , her voice being soft and low she said kiss me on the cheek and I did then she did the same to me . Aunt Nine heaven will surely be happy to see you , say hello to everyone for me , love you … Violet Joyce Squires Linehan.
To me Dear cousins,Todd,Ross,Boyd,and Jill and to all other Family members, my Heartfelt condolences on the loss of Aunt Nina,I shall treasure my life memories of us all ,may you hold each other through this time and I Love you all.
Mary ❤️