Martin – Lester Frank, 87 of Middlefield, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 17, 2018, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in South Brookfield, Queens County, he was the son of the late Maxwell and Sarah (Holloway) Martin.
Lester started his working career working in the woods cutting firewood. He did the river run in Kapuskasing clearing log jams, worked for Ontario Northland Railroad installing telegram cables and helped build the road from Liverpool to Caledonia. By the age of 21, Lester was enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and was trained at Camp Borden in Ontario as an aero engine technician and later as an instructor. He served on the crash crew in Lahr, Germany and did patrol across the Atlantic Ocean in the Argus. He retired from the air force with the rank of Master Warrant Officer in 1977 after 26 years service. At the time of his retirement, Lester was superintendent of the Engine Bay at CFB Greenwood. After his retirement, Lester took up upholstery repair and worked for Smith Furniture and Appliances for a time until he started his own business; Martin’s Upholstery in Liverpool along with his wife Norma. They ran the business for 23 years. Lester will be remembered as a gentle, soft spoken man who always put others first. He was very community minded and was instrumental in getting grants to fix the community church and cemetery which went on to win the Rural Beautification Award.
He is survived by sons, Laurie (Anne), of Bridgewater; Steven (Brenda), of Pleasantfield; grandchildren Alicia, Alex, Ryan and Sarah and great grandchildren Christopher, Georgia and Owen. His brothers Eugene of Kingston and Francis (Theresa) of Ontario.
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Norma; his sister Mildred Lyttle and his brothers Maxwell and George.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A private family service will be held at a later date. No flowers, donations may be made to heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Peggyand Richard Hatt
Dear Steven
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Dad.He was such a very nice man .I always enjoyed talking with him each time I took something out for him to upholster and when our paths crossed in the grocery store . Sincerely Peggy and Richard Hatt
Emily Backman
My thoughts and prayers are with the Martin family at this time. May you find comfort in knowing he is home.
Susan Nelson
So sorry to hear Lester has left us. He will be missed. Steven, Brenda and family, you are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Janet K
May you rest in peace, Lester. You were a great man and your love will be felt for many generations to come. My heart goes out to the family.
Gordon Eisnor
Laurie and Family:Sincere condolences extended in the loss of your Dad.I always enjoyed a chat with him at the garage.
Donald Joudrey
I would like to send my condolences to the family .I went to school with Lester I know he will be greatly missed.
Darren Whynot / Lisa Tarr
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to all the family R.I.P Lester
Chantelle Gallant
My deepest sympathy to the family. My thoughts are with you.
Sandra
So very sorry to hear this news about my dear Uncle Les. Take care Laurie and Steven and families. Uncle Les was a lovable soul. Lovingly remembered. Love, Sandra.
Joe Whitty
Laurie and Steve:
I wish to offer my condolences on the passing of your Dad Lester. You and your family members are in my prayers.
Joe Whitty
Kevin and Marsha Freeman
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the memories and know he is at peace! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤️❤️
Marilyn Malone
Laurie, Stephen and Families:
So sorry to read of your dad’s passing. He is now much happier being reunited with
your mom. my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Harry & Cheryl Kennickell
Laurie and Stephen:
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. Let your memories help you through this loss. May he go in peaceom
Kevin Price
Growing up across the street from the Martins, I always thought of Lester as a man of many talents. It seemed like he could do just about anything. I remember him lifting up his house and pouring a concrete foundation underneath. It seemed like he had done the job mostly by himself. He could fix anything mechanical, refinished our mom’s bookshelf, and did great re-upholstery work. His property was always immaculately groomed and he didn’t hesitate to threaten us boys when rocks from the shoulder of the road ended up in his ditch 🙂
As far as I can remember, Lester is the reason that church in Middlefield is still standing. He mowed the grass around the property and did the repairs that were needed as things fell apart. He wasn’t one to complain much as I remember, or maybe he masterfully kept it from us younger ones.
He was definitely a pillar of the community and I’m glad that I made the effort whenever I was back home to stop by, have a sit on the lawn and catch up with him. He would tell me stories about himself, my grandfather and another whom I forgot at the moment and how they would throw dynamite into the ponds to catch fish, lol. He also explained to me the history of our land and of Middlefield in general. I’m very saddened by his departure. RIP Lester.
Stew Horton
Steve, Brenda & Family,
From all of us at Brady’s our deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. As your extended family away from home we share your loss and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take pride and solace in the fact that all of his wonderful characteristics that made him the man he was, live on in you, his son. All the best.
Stew, Cheryl and the staff at Brady’s
Johnathan Neals
Lester was such a great guy, and the Martin family such great people.
I have find memories of that time, and Lester was certianly one of the positive influences of my life growing up.
My condolences to Laurie, Stephen, and their families.
Dave Schofield
Laurie, Steven + rest of Martin family,
So sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your families at this time.
Wayne and Pam Mansfield
Dear Ryan and Christopher…..Sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Smith
Knowing what an unassuming person he was, he was loved deeply by his family and made many happy memories with them. Wishing those happy memories help you all through this difficult times. Sending love to all.
Kathi Parlee
Laurie, Anne, Alicia and Alex – our sincere condolences for your loss.
The Parlee Family
Valerie Jewkes
Sorry for your loss, Steve. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Valerie and Jim Jewkes
Judy Hyson
I am so sorry to hear of Lester’s passing.He will be missed. My Condolences to his family. May he RIP.
John Townsend...Brooklyn, Queens County
Condolences to the family of Lester. I did not know Lester personally, but I was so impressed by Lesters contributions and good works, both locally, nationally, and inter-nationally I felt obligated to write. Thank you Sir: for your service to your country, and your community. R.I.P.
April and Sid
Steven, Laurie and families, so sorry to hear of Uncle Les’s passing. He always held a special place in my heart. I remember his smiles, kindness and the love he had for the family. He always had time to chat when I would just drop in. I just loved to visit.
love and prayers,
April and Sid
Robert & Sally Fader
Dear Laurie & family:
Sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. You are in our thoughts at this sad & difficult time.
Barb Kempton Fralic
Steve, Brenda, Ryan, Sarah and Christopher,
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Barb and Brian
Marion Davis
Laurie and Steve, Gary and I send condolences for your loss.
Gary and Marion
MARILYN WHYNOT
TO LESTER’S FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.RIP LESTER.
CANDACE DEMONT
HI LAURIE–TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
SO SORRY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD.
CANDACE DEMONT
HI LAURIE. TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY SINCEREST SYMPATHY TO YOU ALL. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.THOUGHTS ARE YOU.
Bill and Anna
Laurie & Anne
Our condolences in Lester’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Linda Lucier
Laurie and family; So sorry to hear this sad news. Was so happy to run into him in the grocery store that I hugged him and embarrassed him , he was such a private man. He worked for us a long time, and was a gem to have in our lives. We truly loved your dad and of course your mom too.Know that we are thinking about you with love and compassion. Take care, Lin
David Whynott of mersey point
Laurie and family I am sorry to hear of your loss. Bless you all at this sad time.
Staff of South Shore Chev - Liverpool
Martin Family,
Our condolences to the family on the passing of Lester. He was a very smart, sweet man always smiling when coming through the door at the dealership. Ryan, please know that you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Take care of each other, sharing your memories of a wonderful man.
Zona & Stephen
Laurie , Stephen & I offer our sincere condolence’s to you & the family on the loss of your Dad. Memories are a true blessing & may they bring comfort to each of you as you move forward in the coming weeks. God Bless !!
Zona & Stephen
Judy Glover
Laurie,Ann and family so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, my thoughts are with you
Wanda Horton
Hi Sarah I am very sorry to hear that your Granddad has passed away . Sincerely Wanda Horton
Terry and Ron (Bartkow) Brownrigg
Laurie, Anne and the Martin Family, sending our heartfelt condolences to you at this difficult time. Memories are comforting, hold them near. Our thoughts are with you. xo
Terry and Ron (Bartkow) Brownrigg.
LOUISE Smith
Laurie and Family, my sincere condolence in the passing of your Dad.
Frank and Wanda Martin and family.
Our deepest sympathies to all the family. Our hearts are with you.He will be remembered fondly.
Charlene and Bruce White
Steve, Laurie and your families,
Sending our sincere sympathy to you in your time of loss.
Jeff Hatt
Steve and Laurie.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Linda Smith
Such an unassuming man who left amazing memories that will never be forgotten. To all of Lester’s family, my deepest condolences. To Brenda, Steven, Ryan, Sarah, and Christopher, the closeness you all had with Lester will be forever in your memories. Brother, son, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Lester took on each of these roles with such grace and a bit of humour. Rest in peace knowing you have left behind your mark on many lives who will live on.
Janet Keating
A beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. May he rest in exquisite peace and may his family find strength in the legacy he leaves behind. So much love to the Martin family.
Ruth Anne Zwicker
Laurie, Ann and family,
So sorry for your loss. Take care.