Charles Melville “Mel” Martin

May 24, 2023

August 10th, 1933-May 12th, 2023

Peacefully at the John M Parrott Centre on Friday May 12th, 2023 in his 90th year, Mel passed through the gates of heaven surrounded by his loved ones. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn Edith Louisa Reynolds. Cherished father of Brian (Judy), Darrell (Penny), Roger (Louise), Angela Maddocks (Randy), and Chris. Dear grandpa to Douglas and Ashley Martin, Thomas Vanalstine (Emily), Michelle Martin (Phillip Rothwell), Jacqueline Currie (Chris), Melanie and Aaron Martin, Nicole Cancian (Brandon). Loving great grandpa to Isabelle and Charlotte Vanalstine, Grayson and Madeline Currie. Survived by brother Steve (Gwen), and sister-in-law Jean Clair. Predeceased by sister Margaret Reynolds (Garth), brother-in-laws and wives Elwood Reynolds (Helen), Erwood (Rowena), and Bruce. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Mel was a hard working and well known neighbour, dairy farmer and mail man in the Holleford community. The family would like to take this time to thank the Kidd 7 and Davies 4 floors at KHSC, PCH Lakeview One, and the John M Parrott Centre for their loving, caring staff and the awesome care they provided to Mel. Friends and family were received at the Cole Lake Free Methodist Church, Road 38 and White Lake Road on Monday May 15th, 2023 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Funeral service and luncheon followed at 12:15 p.m. Interment Harrowsmith Cemetery. As proclamation of condolences, donations to the Cole Lake Free Methodist Church would be appreciated by the family.