1925
2012
Walter Martin (Wally) died January 17, 2012. Born in Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y., he came to Spring Hill in 1997 from Evanston Ill. Cpl. Martin, a member of the 106th Infantry, was captured on December 19, 1944 at outset of Germany's last major offensive of World War II and was a Prisoner of War in Stalag IVB. Later in peacetime he was a police reporter in NYC for the old UPI news wire service. After a transfer to Chicago in 1956 he was later promoted to Sports Editor. He learned to love Florida when he was assignned to cover Spring Training. He was active in supporting Veteran's groups and causes and was a Commander of the VFW in Hastings and a Commander of the American Legion in Evanston. Wally is survived by his wife of 63 years Marguerite (Peggy); a son Chris (Diane), and daughter Laurie Wilson (Jim); two grandchildren and a great-grandson. Interment is planned for this Spring at Arlington National Cemetery. Wally was a PROUD AMERICAN who fought and suffered for his friends and country. As a friend wrote - "Another man among boys lost to us. We will never forget the sacrifices he made all these years ago for all of us. And we are grateful for having known him." The family has asked that donations be made to:
America Ex-Pows, Florida State Chapter #1,
1120 Daleside Lane,
New Port Richey, FL 34655
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February 2, 2012
Sally Fuson
Laurie,
Your Dad sounds like a wonderful person. I'm only sorry I never had the chance to meet him. You should be very proud:)
Sally
February 1, 2012
Kathleen Lyons
So sorry to hear of your passing. My father was also in the 106th (424-C). This year the 106th reunion is in Washington DC.(Sept 5-9 Doubletree Hotel, Arlington, VA) I do no know if you were a part of this organization or not. I will bring your obit. with so it can be shared with other vets and members of our group. Rest in peace and thank you for helping to provide a free country for all of us to live in.
January 19, 2012
Juanita Gibbs - Baggage Campaign - Delta Airlines
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
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