Raymond Eric Martin
December 9, 1951 to January 22, 2026
Obituary
Born into a loving family on December 9th, 1951. Raymond “Ray” Martin, passed suddenly but peacefully away in the loving arms of his wife Kathleen and son in law Tony at home on January 22nd, 2026.
Ray was predeceased by his father and mother Jake and Helen Martin, his brothers and their wives Nelson and Irene Martin and George and Gert Martin, mother and father in law John and Elizabeth Ashman, brother in laws Doug and Jimmy, and niece and nephews Elizabeth, Gary, and Georgie Martin
Leaving to mourn with a life time of cherished memories, his loving wife and best friend Kathleen Martin (Ashman), of 53 years. Loving daughter Connie Thompson (Tony his tea buddy), And sons Raymond and Craig. Cherished grandchildren Brady, Tanisha, Holly, and Ramie, brother Harry (Carolann), sister in-laws Bet (Will and Betty) and Shirley McGrath, brother in-law Billy (Donna). Ray will also be forever loved and missed by host of nieces and nephews, extended family and friends, extra special friends Tony and Cynthia Thompson.
Raymond has been cremated and per his wishes there will be no wake or service.
So shocked and sad to hear of Rays sudden passing
It was a privilege to be his family physician for 25 years
Deepest condolences to Kathleen and the entire family
May God bless you during this extremely difficult time
Dr Paul Jackman
Craig Pope SR. St. John’s. To Kathleen Ray, Craig, Connie, and the rest of the Martin family I’m so sorry for your loss. May you rest in peace Ray you will be missed. we had quite a few laughs over the years. God bless 🙏🏻
A true fine friend, you will be missed Ray, My deepest condolences to his beloved wife and family, Remenbering all the good times we shared, RIP my friend
My sincere condolences to all the family
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Ray was a wonderful person and a solid friend. Rest in Peace my buddy 🙏
My condolences to Ray’s family as well as the Martin family, I used to go to Ray’s home on Lime Street, a scattered Saturday night with his nephew Rick for a few drinks, a very nice fella, May you Rest In Peace my friend.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RAYS PASSING I NEW RAY MY BROTHER IN LAW HARRY HIS BROTHER GREAT FAMILY RIP. BUDDY
Kathleen and family so saddened to read of Rays passing .Please accept our deepest condolences cherish the good memories which we are sure there are many to get all of you through this sad time .Take care May he rest in peace .
Kathleen, Connie and family, sorry to hear of Ray’s passing.
Kay and Family, we are sorry to learn of Ray’s passing. .Our deepest condolences to you and your families.
I knew Ray from blackmarsh road when he visited Bet and Fonse. He too also knew my family. Very nice ole soul.. RIP Ray
Thoughts and prayers to Connie and the family
Connie and Family
So very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, sending my deepest condolences to you all
Kathleen, Connie & family. My deepest condolences on the loss of Ray.
Loved to see him at Connie’s parties, always smiling, loving the music, enjoying his lambs and having a scuff. Care free and having a ball. That is how I will remember him. Rest peacefully Ray.
TMD
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family as you go through this difficult time in your lives.
Losing a parent is very hard, plus, it takes part of you with them when they leave.
God Bless
Gary/Ina Furlong
So Sorry To Heard Of Rays Passing……..He Was A Sweet Man…..May He R I P ….
Kathleen, Connie, Tony, Ray, Craig and family
Mister (Ray) was a loving, kind and sweet man who always had a smile on his face. I will miss having a chat with him as well as a shot or two at the gatherings. Hold on to your memories. Hugs and love to you all. RIP mister! 💜
My thoughts and prayers to the Martin family during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Connie and family. Memories are forever etched in your hearts which I hope will help with the healing process. Take care to all involved