MARTIN, Emerson Martin

We are sad to announce the passing to eternal rest of Melvin “Emerson” Martin on Friday, December 5th, 2025. (Born November 26th, 1930).

The beloved husband of Nora Martin (Steinacker) for 74 years. Dearest Dad to Dennis Martin, London; Barry Martin (Barb), Guelph; Nancy Johnston (Randy), London and Barb Lesmeister (Fred), Thamesford. Proud Grandpa of Jessie (Matt), Angela (Alvin), Amanda (Jay), Chris (Danielle), Geoff, Claire, Tyler (Chelsie), Eric, Michelle (Jordan), Rachael, Lisa (Mike), Ryan and Kyle and Great Grandpa of Caleb, Alyx, Rylan, Emerson, Luna, Summer, Kyler and Anderson.

Second son of the late Melvin Martin and Nellie Martin (Sheldon). He was predeceased by Earl (Alice); Jean (Harry); Peg (Wilfred); Helen (Wilfred); Lois (Stewart).  Survived by sister in laws, Lorene Morrice, Thelma Smith, Hazel Hislop, Ruth McMahon and Jody Connor. Also predeceased by in law parent, Milton and Dora Steinacker; brother in laws, Art Connor, Gordon Morrice, Ernie Smith, Michael McMahon, and Joe Hislop.

Emerson was a retired employee of St Marys Cement Co. 1952-1987. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed helping with family projects, golfing, automobiles and gardening. He had a great sense of humour even as he was confined to his bed.

A private funeral with family and friends will be held with burial in St. Marys Cemetery.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Jessica’s House Hospice, for their loving care of both Emerson and Nora. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Jessica’s House Hospice Exeter or to Bethel Church, Stratford.