Martin Lawrence (Marty) Grinsell

Marty was born in Fort Frances on June 8, 1935 and is survived by his wife Arlene of 52 years, children Dawn (Kendall) Lundy, David (Tammy) Grinsell, Kerry (Lisa) Grinsell, Kristine (Jeremy) Hatfield and special niece Kelly (Chris) Woods. Also cherishing his memory are grandchildren Jeff (Jade) Lundy, Andrew (RaeAnn) Lundy, Ryan Lundy, Jacob and Sydney Grinsell, Tyson, Dylan and Tyne Grinsell, Jenna and Mackenzie Hatfield and Kaleb and Marlee Woods, one great granddaughter Nadia. He is also survived by his sisters Valaire York, Patricia Lequori, sister-in-law Rita Grinsell and several nieces and nephews.

Marty was predeceased by his parents Stephen and Lilly Grinsell, brothers Dennis and Vernon (Buddy) and sisters Leola, Darlene and Rochelle, brother-in-laws Ferris Replogle, Lawrence Arason, Dale Jorgenson and James (Jimmy) York, inlaws Howard and Joyce Holmes, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Carol and Jim Perlett and brother-in-law Bradley Holmes.

Marty worked at Boise Cascade in International Falls, MN for 35 years, until his retirement in 1994. Once he retired he was able to concentrate more of his time to fixing anything and everything for anyone that wanted help.

Marty enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved to hunt, fish, carve on his “diamond willow” as well as metal detecting for treasures. One of his favourite pastimes was spending time at Sister Kennedy Centre playing pool with the guys. Marty will be missed by his wife, children and grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of Marty’s life will be held at a later date.

In memoriam donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Rainycrest Long Term Care or Epilepsy Canada in care of Green Funeral Home, Box 427, Fort Frances, Ontario P9A 3M8.

On-line condolences may be made in care of www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com