Obituary of Barry W. Martin

MARTIN, Barry W., of Tecumseh, Ontario Passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2013, after many lengthy illnesses at the age of 62 years. Barry was born on January 16th, 1951 in Kentville, Nova Scotia. He was from a military family who lived all across Canada and Germany. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 40 years, Marilyn (McHugh) ; children Shawn (Vanessa), Chris (Blair) and Theresa (Rob) Shepley; grandchildren Jarod, Maddie and Sydney; siblings Phyllis (Bob) Dundas, Shirley Humphries, Terry(Peggy), Bob (Chris) and Gene (Anne); inlaws Mary McHugh (mother-in-law), Aileen Lounsbury, Cecilia McHugh, Rosie McHugh, Maureen McHugh, Jim (Saskia) McHugh and Kathy (Dave) Murphy. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Barry is predeceased by his parents, Florrie and Lloyd Martin, brothers-in-law, Ralph Wilson Humphries, Willis Lounsbury and father-in-law, Fred McHugh. Barry served on the Sandwich South and Tecumseh Fire Departments, retiring two years ago from the Tecumseh Fire Department as Deputy Chief. His love and talent in music, woodworking, astronomy, art and mechanics will continue to grow through his children and grandchildren. A very special thanks to all his health care providers from Windsor and Mississauga who provided such excellent care through many difficult situations. Your kindness and compassion will always be remembered. Visiting at the WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, (Banwell Chapel) 253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E., on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 2 -4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 11a.m. in the Chapel. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com