John C. Martin

1950 - 2017

John C. Martin obituary, 1950-2017, Fall River, MA

BORN

1950

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Waring Sullivan Cherry Place Funeral and Cremation Service

178 Winter Street

Fall River, Massachusetts

John Martin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 14, 2017.

John C. Martin, age 66, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2017 in St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his caregivers.

Born in Fall River, a son of the late John E. and Marguerite M. (Wilson) Martin, he was a life-long area resident and resided at Borden West Place where he was a member of their Board.

John attended Community Connections, the Paul Dever School and has been affiliated with People Incorporated since 1975.

An avid bowler, he enjoyed baseball, swimming, music, watching western movies and singing karaoke. He loved attending wrestling matches and was a huge John Cena fan.

Full of life, he had an amazing smile that would light up a room and was known for blowing kisses and bringing a smile to others. He had a great sense of humor and was so loving and caring. He will sadly be missed by everyone who knew him and cared for him.

He is survived by one sister, Linda Cote,dear friend Dottie, many cousins and all of his friends at Community Connections. He was the brother of the late Marguerite Brown who he adored.

His Memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 10:30AM in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Cherry Place, 178 Winter Street, Fall River, MA 02720. Visitation prior to his service from 9:30 to 10:30AM. Burial in St. Patrick's Cemetery, 2233 Robeson Street, Fall River, MA 02720. For tributes and online tributes: www.waring-sullivan.com

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July 17, 2017

Barbara Erickson

John, You will always hold a special place in my heart. You always made me smile. You will be missed dearly.

June 23, 2017

Sandy Duarte

John, I had only knew you for a short time! In that short time, I loved seeing you smile at me when I walked in! I hope you and Brad are running around, eating all you can, and having a great time! You will be missed. Sandy

June 23, 2017

Beverly Mota

John, I am so thankful you came into my life. You turned a bad day into an amazing day each and every time. I will always remember your awesome smile and caring heart. You will be missed and I will never forget the joy you brought us. Rest easy my friend!

June 22, 2017

Christine

John, you are such a blessing and it was an honor to have had the chance to know you. I pray that you know how much you were so loved. Your smile and your kisses melted all of our hearts. You are a precious Angel who is now running, jumping, and being free. I love you Mr. John Martin and miss you.

June 22, 2017

Cassie

John, you were a joy to know and a blessing to luv! I'm so glad God brought us together- ur smile always brightened my cloudiest days. My hope is that when you closed your eyes for the last time, you knew in your heart how very LUVED you were and how much you would be missed. RIP my sweet friend xo

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Waring Sullivan Cherry Place Funeral and Cremation Service

178 Winter Street, Fall River, MA 02720

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29

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Waring Sullivan Cherry Place Funeral and Cremation Service

178 Winter Street, Fall River, MA 02720

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