June 2, 1942 - June 6, 2024
In loving memory ~
Martin was born on June 2nd, 1942 in Selly Oak, Birmingham, England and passed away peacefully in the North Okanagan Hospice on June 6th, 2024 just four days after his 82nd birthday.
Martin will be lovingly remembered by his wife Evi, to whom he was married for 60 years; one son, Mark (Christine); one daughter, Diana (Mike); four grandchildren, Caitlin (Garry), Shawn, Isabelle and Simon; and two brothers, one sister and their families in England.
Martin and Evi were married on July 11th, 1964 and they made the perfect couple as a Doctor/Nurse team. Martin graduated on July 16th, 1965 from the University of Birmingham. They soon welcomed two children to complete their family and then together they set out to immigrate to Canada. The family embarked on what would become the adventure of a life-time, traveling the world together and enjoying many experiences while exploring different countries. In November 1973 Martin received his Specialist Certificate of Psychiatry from the University of British Columbia. After choosing to settle down in the Coldstream on beautiful Kalamalka Lake in 1977, he proceeded to practise in Vernon for the next twenty-five years, until his retirement in 2002.
Martin was a devoted family man and one who lived life to the fullest. He will be remembered as a medical man, musician who played numerous instruments, an entertainer, singer in the Counterpoint Choir, a scientist, inventor, and athlete who loved skiing, sailing, windsurfing, running, biking, hiking, water skiing and horse-riding. Martin was a thinker, seeker, birdwatcher, gardener, dog lover....and so much more. He will be missed by everyone who knew him and he leaves behind so many memories that will be forever cherished.
In respecting Martin's wishes, he was cremated and a celebration of his life will take place at a later date.
Cremation arrangements were made with
BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD.
5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5
250-542-1187