Obituary of Raymond Edward Martin

MARTIN, Raymond June 12, 1935 ~ October 26, 2020 It is with saddened hearts that the family of Raymond Martin announces his passing on Monday October 26, 2020 at the age of 85 years. Raymond is lovingly survived by his wife of 58 years: Christena Martin of Bonnyville, AB; children: Timothy “Tim” (Tracy) Martin of Bonnyville, AB, Roxanne Martin of Hardisty, AB, Joey (Shelley) Martin of Bonnyville, AB, Shawn (Milany) Martin of Bonnyville, AB; grandchildren: Colleen, Brittany (Randy), James, Jereme, Christophe (Jen), Marcel (Kelsey), Phillip, Luc (Kaelyn), Amber (Kyle), Savannah (Alex), Hallie, Monique (Matthew), Jennifer, Stephanie (Travis), Alexia, Zoe, Chloe; great grandchildren: Conner, Carter, Logan, Jaxson, Riley, Linkin, Nixon, Cyler, Amelia, Emmett; brothers: Gilbert (Olive) Martin, David (Cheryl) Martin; as well as numerous other relatives. Raymond was predeceased by his infant grandson: Sam Martin; parents: Louis & Iley Martin; brother: Bernard “Bud” Martin; sisters: Ellen Gambell, Louise Espedviedt; uncle: Gay Beix. Graveside service, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery, Lacorey, Alberta with Father Rene Realuyo officiating. Honorary pallbearers: all of Raymond’s grandchildren & great grandchildren. Pallbearers: Timothy Martin, Joey Martin, Shawn Martin, Kyle Lafreniere, Pillip Caouette and Luc Caouette. "A Memorial Fundraiser for Ray has been created. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to assist with memorial expenses. If you wish to donate, you may do so by clicking on the red "Donate Now" button below or you can share the Fundraiser by clicking on the Facebook link or clicking on the"Copy this Link" tab to the right of the Fundraiser. We'd like to thank you in advance as it is greatly appreciated....