Hubert Martin Obituary

As a former Chicagoan, I remember his exploits. He was an unbelievable talent. I knew his sister, Arlette, who once lived in Saint-Donat, Quebec, Sinverely, J Herman at [email protected]

Dearest Denise, and Martin children
Just letting you know I am thinking of all of you once again and remembering how special Pitt was. I miss the old days of talking. I think of you often Denise and hope you are well. Bye for now everyone 4 years seems like a lifetime. God Bless all of you. Pamela

My condolences to the Martin family on the death of Pit Martin. My father used to be a goal counter for the Rouyn Noranda Copper Kings back in the early 60,s. He also was a fan of Pits. His name was Bill Hurn.

My deepest condolences to All of the Martin family on the loss of "TI PIT."
Although it was sad to hear of his untimely death.It comforting to know that he returned to his beloved North Country.
I lived on 15th St.just down the lane from your home on 14th St.I was also a friend of Arlette.
Our family followed his hockey career with great interest, he was a great hockey player,as were many from Noranda.
God Bless and may his soul rest in peace his soul Rest in Peace.

Barbara Carr(Pickett)

Dear Martin Family,

My condolences to All of You. Over the last 11 months I have read of so many great memories of Mr. Martin with family, friends, and acquaintances. Although, never meeting Mr. Martin, I have spent much of my youth admiring him, along with the Chicago Blackhawks team. They have all been very impressionable to me and my family. On my 40th birthday I received a blank, white Blackhawk jersey as my primary gift. My family knew of my deep love of hockey and the Blackhawks. It has been nearly 10 years now that I have slowly pondered whose name and number to pride myself with on this jersey. Much thought and research had went into this, for which I had a strict criteria. My final decision is now #7, Pit Martin. I will be wearing it with pride to all the future Blackhawk games that I attend. May All of You cherish Your memories with Mr. Martin. God Bless.

Dear Pit~
You will forever be my favorite hockey player of all time. Thank you for so many wonderful memories of those years with the Black Hawks. Snap-crackle-pop! May you rest in peace.
Betsy

My deepest condolences to the Martin family. I started liking hockey in 1962 when my hometown Hamilton Red Wings led by Pit won the Memorial Cup. Pit was my favorite player throughout his entire career in the juniors and the pros. One of my dreams was to someday meet Pit and express how much joy he gave me for so many years which unfortunately now will never happen. I was devastated when I heard about his accident. The memories that a child has stays with them vividly for their entire life and you will always be remembered Pit. God Bless you in heaven and your family.

When i had bought my first packet hockey player card in 1965 at Montréal Québec , I was six year old and that was only card whit a french canadian (québequois) player from Québec province, I never forgot this enjoy moment .God Bless Hubert Martin.

To the Martin Family,

My deepest sympathy, our family had season tickets to the Hawk's in the 60's and 70's and I so much loved watching Pit lead a charge down ice.
I'm sure he really would have loved being at the Winter Classic on New Years Day at Wrigley Field or watching on tv.

To Pit's siblings and his immediate and extended family:


Please accept my sincere condolences on Pit's tragic passing. I was so shocked and saddened when I turned on the TV on December 1st to hear "Breaking News: Pit Martin Feared Dead" and to later hear confirmation that Pit had, in fact, perished in the waters of Lac Kanasuta. Pit's passing brought back so many memories from years ago.


Some of Pit's siblings will remember my mother, Blanche Bienvenu Hogan who was a nursing-school classmate and life-long friend of Pit's mother "Mrs. Martin".


Mrs. Martin visited my mother every year until the 80's when my mom became quite ill with heart disease. She battled heart disease for four years until her death in 1985.


I have very fond memories of Mrs. Martin's visits when I was growing up in Kazabazua, QC. I also have wonderful memories of the fabulous packages she sent to our home full of clothes which were of designer-calibre. We were so excited when a package arrived from Mrs. Martin! They were probably clothes which Joelle and Andre had outgrown but we were ecstatic to receive them! What a talented seamstress Mrs. Martin was!


In the summer of 1962, I visited relatives in New Liskeard, ON and Haileybury, ON. I also managed to get to Noranda. I am not sure how I got there but I presume I took the bus from New Liskeard. I enjoyed the warm Martin hospitality. Pit was less than one year older than me. I recall chatting with him and we exchanged news about our very different activities. Pit was very involved in hockey and would soon join the NHL. He was very pleasant and down-to-earth. I did not have an opportunity to meet Pit again after our visit in 1962. I was proud, however, to tell my friends about my connection with Pit. My mom kept me up-to-date with all the Martin family news. Pit was incredibly talented in so many ways. Friends who followed hockey much more closely than I did used to rave about Pit's skating and playmaking excellence.


Mrs. Martin phoned me here in Toronto in the mid-70's. If memory serves me correctly, she was returning to Noranda after babysitting Pit's children.


I note from reading Pit's obituary in The Windsor Star that Mrs. Martin and Arlette are not mentioned so I assume they have passed on. God Bless.


I would like to try to attend the celebration of Pit's life in Windsor in the spring. I would appreciate if one of you would inform me after the date has been determined. I would also love to hear from any one of you with an update of your whereabouts, etc. I have not heard anything since before about 1983. E-mail: [email protected]


You are all in my thoughts and prayers.


Sincerely,
Anita

Dear Pat,
I sincerely send my condolences to you and your daughters. I read about Pit's death on line recently. You may or may not remember me, but Geri Matyasek and I use to babysit for you and Pit when you lived in Villa Park, Illinois. Geri and I actually flew up with Pit in his plane to your Windsor house one summer back in 1973. I know your girls are all grown up and I am sure still as gorgeous as they were as tots. You are all in my prayers. Dawn ([email protected])

Dear Denise:

I was shocked to hear about Pit's death. Brian read it in the Toronto Star and called me immediately. We both extend our sincerest condolences to you and the whole family. We were friends for many, many years back in Windsor where we spent many great night's at Pit's pub. Please contact me if you wish, I hope you will. [email protected]

Denise, my deepest condolenses to you for your loss. I have thought of you often & always knew you were exactly where you were suppose to be, right beside Pit, may your memories be embedded in your heart & know you loved him with all your heart. Good Bless you. Love Mary

PAT,NICOLE,NINA,JENNA,NOELLE,AN FAMILYS..
MAY TIME HEAL YOUR HEARTS AN THE GREAT MEMORIES MAKE YOU SMILE ALWAYS..
THINKING OF YOU ALL IN THIS GREAT TIME OF NEED..
MICHELLE KANE
XOXOXO

Dear Nicole, Nina, Jenna and Noelle and families: We would like to express our sincerest condolences in the recent loss of your father. We hope that time will heal your heart. What a tragic few weeks you have had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Trina & Rodney Kramer

Our condolences to the Martin families on such an unforseen tragedy. Pit played in Hamilton for my dad (Jim Skinner) & I remember my dad always commenting on what a terrific player he was as well as a gentleman. "One of the best all round players" who will go far in the NHL which he did! We have some pics of him in my dad's hockey memorbilia. Again, a real loss! Sincerely, Skinner family

December 9, 2008
Dearest Denise and Family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
I have often thought of you and Pit and wondered how your new life was back home in Noranda I also remember sharing that special day in your lives when Nina was married thank you for allowing me to have shared that with you and your family.
I will always remember you Pit as a kind person who liked his cigars and red wine. You will be missed by many at the Riverside Sportsmen Club.
May God Bless you Pitt.
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An Irish Blessing

(A Blessing from St. Patrick)

May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
May the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.

Pitt May the Angels watch over you!
God Bless

My condolences to the Martin family. Growing up as a diehard blackhawk fan I want to thank Pit for all my childhood memories. Pit had eyes in the back of his head!! Truly one of the great playmakers. God Bless!!!

Dearest Pitt
I have often thought of you and Denise and wondered how your new life was back home in Noranda. I also remember your beautiful daughter's wedding.Thank you for sharing those special times with me and my friend at the time.
I will always remember you as a kind person who liked his cigar and red wine. You will be missed by many at the Riversportsmen Club.
May God Bless you Pitt.
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An Irish Blessing

(A Blessing from St. Patrick)

May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
May the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.

Pitt May the Angels watch over you!

So sorry to hear this news. My dad and I went to many games at the old Stadium in the 70's and Pit Martin was my favorite hawk.
I had my Mom sew a #7 on my plain blackhawks jersey, and I wore it proudly. God bless his family. We will never forget him.

As a kid growing up in the era that Pit played with the Blackhawks, I truly loved and embraced that team. I will always remember Pit and the majority of his teamates. Altough the team never won the Stanley Cup, I will always remember them as one of the greatest sports team I had the honor of watching and rooting for. My thoughts & prayers go out to the entire Martin family. Thanks for all the great memories Pit, I am sure you will be sorely missed.

Dear Pat & Girls, we offer our deepest concern & sympathy upon hearing of Pit's tragic accident. Pit had a great impact on many & used his talents to give his fans & friends much joy. Pat, we pray God will give you and your girls, peace that passes all understanding. We are thankful for the early years we spent with you & Pit. Many good memories. Love Joan & Terry

I had the privilege of watching Pit play with the Blackhawks when I was a child and my Dad had season tickets. He was one of my favorite Hawks of his era.

God Bless you and your family.

As a former resident of Noranda I remember the Martin family well. They lived right behind us on fourteenth street. I am deeply saddened by the loss of your brother Pit. My condolences to Josee, Paul, and Yvon, and to his wife and family. May he rest in peace. He will always be in our heart and in our prayers.

Linda Girard (Lessard)
[email protected]

To the Pit Martin family:
My best friend Gail Genovese Smith & myself would like to extend our deepest condolences to you on the loss of Pit. Pat, we had many a drink together in between periods and I always found you guys along with Sue Hull and Cindy Magnuson to be very down to earth, fun people to be around not to mention highly accessible to the fans. Pit was a great guy, fantastic hockey player and he will be missed by all Blackhawk fans everywhere not to mention his family & friends. We don't go to the games anymore as my mom is 92 now and suffered a stroke in January, but she always loved watching him play. If she could, she would extend her sympathies too. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

My sincere condoleances to the Martin Family. My brother Jean Paul and I grew up in our early years with Hubert and his brother Yvon, and have wonderfull memories of those times,
Real Morel

Iam verry sad,in hearing the tragic news of Pit Martins death
My condolences go to the Martin family. he was by far one my favorite Blackhawks,He wore his# 7 with pride.I know
a lot of Chicago fans are saddened. Rocky.. put Martins # 7
in the raffters. Pit Rest in Peace

Iam verry sad,in hearing the tragic news of Pit Martins death
My condolences go to the Martin family. he was by far one my favorite Blackhawks,He wore his# 7 with pride.I know
a lot of Chicago fans are saddened. Rocky.. put Martins # 7
in the raffters. Pit Rest in Peace

Condelences and prayers for the Martin family from Hamilton,Ontario; where Pit was a wonderful star for the Junior Red Wings. He was an exemplary player and fine young man as he led the team to the Memorial Cup.

My sincere condolances to the Martin family. I grew up in Noranda and was a friend of Pit's sister Arlette . I moved to Matagami in my early teens, but always followed Pit's career and was proud to have known him. Sincere and deepest sympathy to the family
Sheryl (Deering ) Beaulac Gravenhurst On

Pit Martin was one of the great Blackhawk skating centers of the 70's. I found his style of play exciting and it seem to make the rest of his teammates skate with more purpose.
My Condolences to the family of Pit Martin.
Dennis Hogensen-Blackhawk Fan

Our condolences go out to the Martin family. My the God of all comfort be with you at this time.

Thank You for all the wonderful memories with the Blackhawks. Ron (Deluxe Golf Repairs) also enjoyed your company. May you rest in peace.

Ron & J. Podeszwa
(S.C.W. AZ)

I spent many of wintery days on ice ponds in Wilwood,Illinois pretending to be on the M.P.H. line, Martin Pappin, Hull. Those were great memories. Mr. Martin was a darn good hockey player! Condolences to the families.

thank you for playing with the Vancouver Canucks! you were a legend and you will never be forgotten! God Bless your family and friends! May you find peace.

Farwell to one of the great ones, and
thank you for so many boyhood
Blackhawk memories.

REST IN PEACE HUBERT MARTIN