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Nancy: I am sorry to hear of your loss. I wish you well. Mark
Mark Bitman
February 17th, 2009 at 12:00am
Nancy and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. I always admired your mom. My thoughts are with you.
Chris Spencer
February 18th, 2009 at 12:00am
Judy & Family, I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless! Jackie
Jackie Fox
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
The Scott Club members are carrying broken hearts. This lady had a love and skill for the 125 year-old building and all it represents. Her tool chest, whistling, weather interest and love for her Ohio University all melted together to create an astute gregarious woman. She is missed and we extend to her family our love.
Lynn Lyon, President Scott Club
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
Martha was a dear friend to my mom and dad. They enjoyed each many memorable times. I had the honor of taking my Mom to River Ridge to visit Martha when she was having the start of her health problems. She was still so cheerful, but frustrated by her lack of mobility and the amount of medicine she had to take. I will cherish the thoughts of her rallying the other ladies at the retirement home to enjoy the simple things, like making cookies and having a clothes line art fair. She was a remarkable woman.
Anne Dissette French-Long
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
Nancy and family: Our thoughts are with you at this time of your loss. Your mom was a "True Gem" in this world, she tackled anything and everything with remarkable enthusiam, and she could convince a person that they could also do it. She is one of the fond memories along life's journey. Nancy and Tony Kanicki - Kennesaw, Ga.
Nancy Kanicki
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. You are in our prayers.
Ken and Cindy Homrich
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
Lynn, Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family. I'm sorry for your loss.
Laurie Nichols
February 19th, 2009 at 12:00am
Marty was a wonder neighbor when we first moved to South Haven. John traveled a lot while we were there and Marty and Ad came to my rescus many times. I remember especiallly one time when a pipe broke in winter and flooded the basement. They immediate came to help clean up the mess. We enjoyed walks to the beach many summer days. We found things to laugh about and had dinners together. After I moved away I had a chance to visit her at her summer 80th birthday surprise party. I looked forward to her Christmas letters every year. I last visited with her in June of '08 when I went to Michigan to vist my son who lives in Bangor. We found a lot to laugh about then, too. She is a friend I'll always be glad I knew. Elaine
Elaine Holt
February 20th, 2009 at 12:00am
Dearest Martha, You will be so missed by the Scott Club membership. Your love and passion for the Scott Club was an inspiration to us all. You were our ambassador, our historian, our guiding light. When we hear whistling throughout the halls of the Scott Club building, we will know you are still looking after us.
Marge Norman
February 20th, 2009 at 12:00am
Fred and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your siblings did so much for your Mom. I know you will all miss her but perhaps you can take solace in the fact that she did not suffer much and is now in a better place. From her obituary I could see that she was a wonderful woman, very giving and very intelligent. She had such a full life. I will send you a note with a contribution to one of the charites named. All our sympathy, Fred and Ann
Ann and Fred Walz
February 20th, 2009 at 12:00am
To Martha's Family We send our deepest sympathy to all of you on the death of your mom. She was one grand lady. No summer ever started until we renewed our friendship with the Robert's family. She will be greatly missed and always remembered. God Bless Her. Peg & Schultzie
Peg & Schultzie
February 20th, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Roberts Family, Our heartfelt sympathy to you all on the loss of your mother. Summers in Michigan were the best. So many wonderful memories throught the years -- (walks to town on the beach, pancake breakfasts, etc.} -- definitely ones we will always treasure. Your mother definitely left her mark in many people's lives and we are truly blessed to have known her. Love, Karen, Bob, Matt, David and Clare Brusich
Karen Brusich
February 21st, 2009 at 12:00am
To the Roberts Family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. Martha will always remain in our loving memories of our summers in Michigan. Thoughts of her whistling, her knee pads and her blueberry pie will always bring a smile to our faces. She definately left her mark in this world and I'm sure that she's holding hands with Addie smiling down at all of us. She was a great lady, one to admire and love. Our thoughts and blessings are with you today and always as you carry on her legacy. Love Peg, Tom, Katelyn, Megan & Tommy Erickson
Peg Erickson
February 21st, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Roberts Famiy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this sad occasion. We have nothing but the fondest memories of your mother. When she walked into a room her enthusiam commanded a presence. She enjoyed life. Our attempted trip to town via the beach was a favorite memory. But then again there were so many great memories, blueberry pancakes, crafts, gardening, compacting the leaves, picking blueberries, tea parties, etc. She was a significant part of the happiness we shared in South Haven. She will be sorely missed. South Haven will not be the same without her. Please know that we share your loss and will always keep her memory dear in our hearts. With love and sympathy, Oscar, Kim, Stephanie and Kerry.
Kim Abello
February 21st, 2009 at 12:00am
Martha - You were always such a wonderful friend to our family. Every time we came to Michigan, you had something new to show us, whether it was your flower that only bloomed once every 17 years, and happened to bloom the night we arrived, or a trip out to a pond to look for deer. You shared the things you knew and loved, the things that interested you, with everyone you met, and that's a priceless gift. We will miss your unique personality, the conversations, and the always entertaining ideas you brought to all of our lives. Love, the Schultz Family - Terry, Kathi, ali, Nora, and Karolyn
Ali Schultz
February 21st, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Ones, Sure sorry to hear of your mom's death! I will remember her sparkle & subtle wit -- the joy she experienced in retelling the wonder of her visit to the National Cathedral and her funny FUNNY!! self-portrait as "the Whistling Mother!" Together at this very moment, you are remembering and honoring and celebrating her life as a BIG family and she lives on in each of you. Death is not the last word -- it cannot overcome your mother's faithfulness and a life well-lived. I have put her name and yours in the Prayer Book from which we read everyday during services here at the Seminary! Wishing you love and peace always, Candice Corrigan
Candice Corrigan
February 21st, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Judy, Lynn, Steve, Nancy and familes, we are very sorry about the passing of your dear mother. We loved her dearly. I am sending you some letters from and to her that I hope you will enjoy. I'm sorry I missed the service. It took 9 hours to get to and from Ann Arbor yesterday in the storm. Your mom might have appreciated that I was travelling to and from a rival school = U-M. Serves me right! :-) You are in our prayers. Pat Fitton
Paul, Pat, Stephanie, Lisa & Kyle Fitton
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:00am
The Zelasko family extends our deepest sympathy to the entire Roberts Family on the lost of your mother. She will definitely be missed & we will always remember the many Special Blueberry Pancake Breakfasts on Labor Day Weekends.
The Zelasko Family
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Lynn: My sincerest and prayerful condolences to you on your certainly painful and great loss. My regrets for not being able to attend the funeral having been at the LAND convention which is my responsibilty as the school representative. Be assured please of my prayerful remembrance for God's sustaining Grace. God Bless You and Your family. Roland
Roland Gani
February 23rd, 2009 at 12:00am
We treasure the memory of your spirit and ever-present good cheer. Goodbye, dear friend.
Lorraine A. Schultz
February 28th, 2009 at 12:00am
Judy, Steve, Lynn, Nancy I am so sorry for your loss. We really enjoyed the years spent living next door to your mom (& dad) in South Haven. Martha was a great neighbor! My prayers aare with you all. Gloria Huron Barrington
Gloria Huron Barrington
March 5th, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Folks, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.Our mother(Ruth Oberlin)has always spoken fondly of both your parents. Our thoughts are prayers are with you at this time. The Mercers and Abbotts
Melissa Mercer
March 5th, 2009 at 12:00am
Thank you so much for letting us know. We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Dorothy Holloway and Pat Rhodes (daughter)
March 5th, 2009 at 12:00am
I am so sorry for your loss. My famiy lived next door to Martha in the white bi-level a few years back. We lived there when he husband died. I remember her garden and the hours she would spend in it. She was a very sweet woman. She was one of my fond memories as a child. She will be missed.
Tammy Wild Huron
March 5th, 2009 at 12:00am
Bob and I moved to SH in February 1984 and moved into the house next to Martha's. Martha had a dog named Ginny at the time. A black cocker spaniel. It's funny how things happen in life that seem like they were meant to be. Martha had just loss her beloved husbandn in 1983, and I had moved from RI leaving 3 teenage children with their father, left a job, other family, friends and my identity. And then I met Martha. We were so good for each other. Martha was a very unique person. I had never, and to this day, have never met a person who lost the door on their new vehicle. Well, Martha did. The door was completely seperated from the car. Amazing!! Bob and I helped her get the door back onto the car. Martha was special to both of us. I take a part of her with me everyday and wake greeting the day with anticipation of new challenges. Martha loved a challenge. She loved her family, life and fun. The world is a better place for having had her in it. We will miss you Martha. We extend our thoughts and prayers to the entire Robert's family. Don't cry because it's over; smile because it happened. Love The Taylors, (Bob & Barb) Coventry, RI
Barbara Taylor
March 8th, 2009 at 12:00am
I havn't seen or heard anything in a long time about your mom, but when my mom called and told me about her all I could dowas remember how we lived next door to her in South Haven. I don't remember alot of the people I knew in South Haven but she is one that I always remembered fondly. sorry for your loss she will be missed by all that knew her.
Kimberly Lopez (Huron)
March 9th, 2009 at 12:00am
I am going to miss her with all my heart I think of her every day, i miss the talks we had, but i know she is doing better. Sadly missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN. Debbie
Deborah Belmonte
March 12th, 2009 at 12:00am
You are deeply missed within my heart along with our 2am talks with your treatments and just not being able to sleep. You will always have a special place in my heart. I love you! P.S. Debbie says "I love you!"
Jen Oleniczak
March 14th, 2009 at 12:00am