Gloria Margrat Martin
July 4, 2020
Gloria Margrat Martin (Kovatch) passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at the Agapè Hospice in Calgary, Alberta. She was born January 28, 1943 in Meyronne, Saskatchewan. She graduated high school in Regina, Saskatchewan then went to work for the Saskatchewan government. Gloria meet Ernest Martin and they were married on April 11, 1964. They then moved to Calgary, Alberta and shortly after moved to Airdrie, Alberta where they still live to this day. Gloria worked for the City of Calgary till 1971 when they had there son Craig and daughter Jocelyn in 1973. She decided to be a stay at home mom and raise the kids. Gloria enjoyed gardening, sewing and was very involved with the church.
Gloria leaves behind her husband of 56 years, Ernest Martin; son, Craig; daughter, Jocelyn; son-in-law, Cameron Schmunk; and two amazing grandchildren, Brandyn and Brianna; her brother, Ken Kovatch and wife Louise; as well as many nieces and nephews. Gloria entered Agapè hospice after many years of health issues. No Memorial Service will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Agapè Hopice, 1302 - 8 Ave NW Calgary AB T2N 1B8.Subscribe to updates
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Messages of Condolence
Our sincerly condolence to you Ernest and your family,our prayer are with you ,May God bless her soul. ~ Ennio Ricci Maria
Erie and family , so sorry for your loss. Gloria was one of my favorite cousins. She was so nice to me She was my sponsor fo Confirmation. My heart hurts for you. Love Debby and family. My mom also sends her deepest sympathy. ~ Debra Sifert (nee Kovatch)
Our condolences to you and the family Ernie.We are sorry to here of Gloria’s passing. We will keep her in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Moe Kovatch and family
Sad to see her pass. Her life was hard with medical problems, but she had a loving family who helped her along. ~ Ken and Louise Kovatch
My condolences to you and your family, Jocelyn. I remember your little mom and her sweet smile! May God bless you all with peace in your hearts and floods of beautiful memories. ~ Catherine Prins
Much love to the Alberta family. Love you all and wish you peace in this time. xo ~ Brigitte Sabourin
Ernie, Jocelyn and Craig, I was saddened to read of Gloria’s passing. I will always remember her welcoming us to Airdrie when we arrived over 40 years ago. She was a good friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cindy Seerup ~ Cindy Seerup
So sorry for your loss Ernest and family, Ken and Louise and family. Our heart ❤️ goes out to you. ~ Marie and Bob Stobbs
Ernie and family; We were saddened to hear of Gloria’s passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. ~ Ida and Gail McConnell
Our sincere condolences to Ernie and family about the passing of Gloria. Hugs. ❤⚘ ~ Barry and Carol Varga (Holitzki) and family
Ken, Louise, Ernie and family Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of Gloria. May God bless all of you! ~ Jim & Blanche Osiowy
Dear Ernie and family- my deepest sympathy to all of you on Gloria’s passing. I will always remember you both, Ernie, for your many kindnesses after John’s passing, and Gloria’s amazing smile. I wish you strength, comfort and peace. ~ Wendy Timmermans
Dear Ernie. I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Gloria's company and as others have mentioned her smile is what I will remember most. You and your family are in my prayers. Take care and God Bless. ~ Mary Pat Roche
Dear Ernie and Family our sincere condolences. We have fond memories of growing up together and times at the lake. I still remember when Gloria and You were first married and living at uncle Jack and aunt Mary's. We always enjoyed visiting you in Airdrie when travelling to and from Kelowna. Gloria and you were always so welcoming . You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Rob and Deb Kovatch
Dear Uncle Ernie, Craig, & Jocelyn, My deepest sympathies & Condolences are with you during this difficult time. I will always cherish the many memories that I personally have of Aunty Gloria and the numerous special times spent with her from the time I was just a young child myself. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers - All My Love❤️❤️ ~ Suzanne Procter
Ernie& family, Deepest sympathy. Fond memories of our days living in Airdrie & soccer practices. The Standidges ~ Shirley Standidge
We would like to send our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of Gloria.....our thoughts and prayers go out to Ernie and family and Ken and family during this difficult time. ~ Daryl and Cheryl (Holitzki) Byblow
Ernie and Family. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May she rest in peace. ~ Pierino & Leslie Cocco
Ernie and family, so sorry to hear of Gloria's passing. May she rest in peace. ~ Andre and Jean Drouin