Edgar "Ed" William Martin

Ed Martin passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at the age of 93. He was predeceased by Olga, his cherished wife, in 2020. Ed will be lovingly remembered by his children Julie (Roy), Cathy (Peter), Tom (Sandra), and Rob (Leone); his 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Ed was predeceased by his siblings Elmer (Margaret), Roy (Kaye), Lily (Manley), and David (Doreen), and his sister-in-law Hazel (Frank). He is survived by his sister-in-law Mae (Clarence).

Ed was born to Thomas and Essie Martin on his father’s homestead near Cut Knife, Saskatchewan. After attending a one-room rural school (Rose Mound), then Cut Knife High School, he studied at the Bethel Bible Institute in Saskatoon. While attending Teachers’ College in Saskatoon the following year, he met Olga, setting the course for their loving life-long journey together. Ed and Olga were married in 1954 and enjoyed an extraordinarily close and supportive bond throughout their nearly 66 years together, prioritizing family and faith throughout.

After teaching for two and a half years, Ed joined Simpsons Sears, which led to a career of over 31 years as a dedicated manager at Sears – in Saskatoon, Grande Prairie (Alberta), and Regina, then back to Saskatoon. Through his various roles, he was much appreciated and respected by his colleagues, many of whom grew to be friends. After his retirement in 1988, Ed enjoyed travels, time with family and friends, and various hobbies and service commitments. He and Olga moved to Langley (BC) in 1993, first living in the Romarina Apartments then moving into the Magnolia Gardens residence in 2018.

As a family, we will fondly and gratefully remember Dad’s – and Grandpa’s – loving guidance, unwavering support, endearing sense of humour, and gentle respectfulness. His tender-hearted spirit will remain in our hearts forever.

Dad’s commitment to a life of faith in God exemplified what he considered to be his Life Verse, 1 Corinthians 15:58: “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” He loved the Lord with all his heart, and we are comforted knowing that he is now with Him.

A memorial service celebrating Ed Martin’s life will be held at 2 PM (PDT) on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Mountainview Alliance Church in Langley, BC. The service will be livestreamed via the church’s YouTube channel.

Donations in memory of Ed may be made to Samaritan’s Purse Canada, an organization dear to his heart.

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