On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I would like to extend our prayers and condolences.  We will say a Mass in his memory.

Kenny Spellman ’84 
Brother Martin High School

Tommy Martin was one of the most fit, athletic, hard playing and talented rugby players to come through the LSU Rugby Club and beyond. He was a great teammate and always had a big smile on his face. He carried this same spirit on to the men’s clubs he played for after LSU - Baton Rouge & Crescent City Rugby Clubs.  In fact, once Tommy moved to New Orleans,  he continued his close ties with LSU & Baton Rouge players, allowing many (too many usually) of them to stay at his house on West End & Bragg after hard fought games and long post-match parties with the Crescent City Club. Gatherings at Tommy’s place became legendary with many associated stories continuing to be told over and over again by many friends and former teammates .

Tommy set a precedent at LSU as the first of three Martin brothers to play rugby there. He laid a path for both Timmy and Terry to follow in his footsteps as LSU Rugby players, for which surely made him and his entire family most proud.

RIP Tommy.  Bulawayo brother!!!

Gone too soon but I am glad your suffering is over. I enjoyed visiting with you and the family for your birthday. You were a true athlete when it came to sports and I enjoyed playing with you.   I will always have fond memories of our childhood together and with the others on Wisteria Street. 🕊️

Of the family, I mostly got time with Timmy and Terry- interactions with Tommy were limited. But all were cherished. 
   He was, well, solid; and I appreciated his kindness toward me, his willingness to inspire, and his toughness combined with a jovial attitude. 
  Timmy and Terry, I miss seeing you and offer my condolences to you and all the family. 
  Tommy has gone too early. 
   I pray your grief is not overwhelming. 

Thibodaux

I will miss Tommy Martin. He was a good friend and a better person. 

I played against Tommy and with him for many years. At LSU, I'll never forget when we went on a road trip and we never had any money so most of us would bring our extra clothes in a brown paper bag. Tommy had this nice Lord & Taylor bag with a little handle on it that you could see inside. I said " Tommy, you are really uptown with your bag--age. He kind of closed it up a little, so I looked in to see he had his electric hair blow dryer with him. Now most of us didn't even bring a toothbrush or comb but Tommy was going to make sure his hair was in the best shape for after the game.

My best years of rugby were playing wing outside of Tommy with Baton Rouge. He was a gifted runner and always ready to pass the ball. He set me up for numerous scores. The best try being "The Paper Thin Gap". A play we practiced 1,000 times and never ran it until we needed a quick score against the Renegades for the win. Tommy beat his man and gave me the pass for the score.

My man, "The Knife".
May you rest in peace

Tommy was a great rugby player and a better man.  As has been said before, every time you saw Tommy you were greeted with a great big smile.  He was always welcoming!  We played together and competed against each other!  He was always, always positive and fun to be around.  God speed Tommy!  My heart is heavy, but we know you are waiting for us in heaven.

I crossed paths with Tommy many times while paying at LSU, Baton Rouge, and Crescent City. Tommy was well known and respected throughout the rugby community  for his remarkable athleticism and his positive, joyous outlook on life. Tommy always had a welcoming smile on his face, a sparkle in his eyes, and a positive attitude. Tommy will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know him.

Tim and family. 

I knew Tommy from my days playing against him while he played for LSU and I was playing for Baton Rouge. We were never teammates but I remember him as an exceptional rugby player who was a tough kid. Whoever had to play opposite Tommy was in for a long day. I know the last years were difficult for you all and Tommy. I am sad to hear of his passing but at the same time relieved knowing he is resting and at peace. RIP Tommy.

In the relatively short amount of time in our lives spent together, Tommy left a lasting impression with me and my wife Robin. The news of his passing hits home. On the pitch he was hard running, fast cuts and with finishing speed. As a team mate he always had a positive attitude, was highly reliable and fun on the road. As a human Tommy was a deep water wells expert with a solid foundation of family and friends. He was always in pursuit of excellence. He is a fine example of a man and we’re going to miss him.

So sorry to hear that Tommy has passed. Was friends with him in New Orleans in the 80’s. He was a true friend. Me him and Rick Smith would go on runs with Timmy dropping out to do “Abs”. Great athlete. Glad his suffering is over. I’m sure he’s on the Angels rugby team. I’m sure they’re purple and gold. Rest in peace.

So very sad to hear that Tommy has passed.  I was a rugby teammate of his back in the 80's in New Orleans.  He was a good man and teammate and a tremendous athlete and rugby player.  My sincere condolences to all of his loved ones.

OBITUARIO

Thomas Baxter Martin Jr.

13 octubre, 1958 – 13 enero, 2026

Brookside Funeral Home - Champions

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