MARTIN, Carol Diane (nee SIMPSON), ART, BASc., FCSMLS(D)  -July 26, 1943 – March 14, 2018

Martin CarolCarol passed peacefully at the age of 74 on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre, in Toronto.

The daughter of the late Hazel and Ivan Simpson of St. Thomas, ON, Carol is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Glenn; her children, David (Susan) of Thunder Bay, ON, Cindy of Vancouver, BC; her grandchildren Breanne, Bradley, Nicole and Jack; and her sister Nancy (Richard) of Brampton, ON.

She will be missed by her many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Carol was a strong believer in higher education.

She kept a very close relationship with David and family in Thunder Bay, and Cindy and family in Vancouver, by travelling several times a year to visit. Carol's grandchildren all have cherished memories of learning how to bake delicious treats and receiving care packages of cookies from "Grandma Martin". Although extremely accomplished in her professional life, Carol's warmth and understated manner are the traits for which she'll be remembered. Her family will remember her kindness, patience and compassionate, loving demeanor always.

The family wishes to thank the nursing team at Sunnybrook Palliative Care for the kindness, warmth and respect they showed Carol in her final days.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Sunnybrook Foundation Palliative Care in Carol's name.

The family will receive friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home, 403 Bayview Avenue, at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 19th followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow.

As this is a celebration of Carol's life, not her passing, the family encourages a more relaxed atmosphere without suits and ties.

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