Kenneth Gordon Martin

Ken was born on February 4, 1935 to Beatrice and George Martin. He grew up in the Township of Blue along with his brothers and sister.

On February 10, 1956 he was united in marriage to Julie-Anne Ronne until her passing on October 17, 1986. He then married Madeline Hutchins (Legaree) on November 27, 1987.

He started his working career with CN where he worked as a machinist helper and later becoming a machinist. He then moved on to working for the Boise Cascade Paper Mill until his retirement in 1993. He also worked for Modern Plumbing and Heating during that time. Ken was involved with the Elks Lodge for many years, at one time becoming the Exhaulted Ruler.

He could always be found at garage sales looking for anything he thought his family could use. Enjoyed going to the DQ with his coffee buddies and tinkering in the garage. He was always there to lend a helping hand.

Ken is survived by his wife, Madeline along with his children, Susan, James and David; step-children Judy, Beverly and Murray, and their families, including many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brothers Earl and Melvin Martin and their families.

Ken was predeceased by his parents Beatrice and George, his former wife Julie, infant daughter, sons Leonard and Gordon, siblings Tommy, Hazel, Donald and Robert, infant sister Ruby, stepson James Hutchins, and step-granddaughter Denise. He was also predeceased by several brothers and sister-in-laws.

Pallbearers are all of his grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place.

A service of Remembrance will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Knox United Church. Rev. Barbara Miller officiating.

Everyone is invited to a luncheon immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Fort Frances Community Chest or the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made in care of www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com.