W.MARTIN, Pastor Amsey W. Martin

Born on June 4, 1929, in Peel Township, Amsey was the son of the late Enoch F. and Elizabeth (Weber) Martin.

Pastor Amsey W. Martin was the devoted husband of 72 years to Leona Martin, with whom he shared a lifetime of faith, love, and commitment to family. He was a cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose gentle guidance and unwavering love will be deeply missed.

He leaves behind his loving children: Sharon Heyer and her children Kristi, Brandon (Kricia), and Nathan (Laura); Carolyn Jantzi (Jim) and their children Andrew (Jenny), Tyler, and Jarret (Lissette); Steve Martin (Karen Partidge) and his children Cedric (Alyse) and Cecilia (Lennox); and Sheldon Martin (Judith) and their children Nicholas (Daham), Camille (Bowen), and Yvonne.

He was the proud great-grandfather of Lewa, Toby, Gemma, Annie, Will, Quinn, Max, Emilia, Calia, and Ferran.

Amsey is also lovingly remembered by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Frank Martin (Paula), as well as by his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was predeceased by his beloved daughter, Shirley Martin; his son-in-law, David Heyer; his sisters Leah (Emmanuel) Frey, Maryann Wideman (Alvin and Manassah), Lovina (Ernie) Bearinger; his brothers Ervin (Susannah), Enoch Martin, Moses (Mary and Angeline), Edwin (Susannah), and Herman (Minerva); and his sister-in-law Grace Martin.

Amsey dedicated more than fifty years of his life to serving as an ordained pastor within the Mennonite community. His ministry was marked by compassion, humility, and a sincere desire to serve others. He found great joy in helping people, offering encouragement, and faithfully sharing God’s Word throughout his life.

Music was one of Amsey’s greatest passions. Whether singing, worshipping, whistling, yodeling or enjoying the fellowship of others through music, it brought him great happiness and was an important part of his life and ministry.

Above all, Amsey will be remembered as a man of deep faith, quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family and his church. His legacy of love, service, and faithfulness will continue to live on in the lives of those who knew and loved him.

His family is grateful for the many prayers, acts of kindness, and expressions of sympathy shown during this time of loss.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, from 5 – 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Living Water Community Christian Fellowship, 45 Hincks Street, New Hamburg, on Thursday, July 9 at 11 a.m. with a time of visiting beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the church. Reception to follow. A private interment will be held at a later date in the Glen Allan Cemetery. Pastor Tim Snyder to officiate.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to Living Water Heritage Fund or Nithview Community Building Fund through the funeral home.

Personal condolences can be posted for the family at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca

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