MARTIN, GILLES JOSEPH ODIAS (1950- 2009) - Gil "Buff" took his last ride on his beloved Harley on a sunny Saturday morning near his home in Springfield. He passed away at the Saint John Regional on the evening of Saturday, July 11th from injuries sustained during the accident. Gil is survived by his wife Wendy (nee Merrithew) of 32 years and his children Janelle (Adam), Ryan, Jason and five grandchildren. Also survived by his father, Sandy Martin; two sisters, Denise (Eric "Kick") McIntyre, Micheline Martin (Réal LeBoutillier); brother Stéphane (Lorina); all of Baie Ste. Anne, NB; and several nieces and nephews. Gil was predeceased by his mother Evangeline. Gil was larger than life. Always ready with a joke or a story, he touched many with his laughter. Condolences can be offered from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17th at the Belleisle Community Centre (1648 Route 124, Springfield, NB). If you share Gil's love of Harley Davidsons, bring your bike and be part of a procession to honour his life. Meet at Gil's house (1607 Route 124) at 5:30 p.m. and the group will proceed to the Belleisle Community Centre. A celebration of Gil's life will be held at the Centre from 6:00 p.m. until close. Bring your memories, stories and musical instruments to share with Gil's family and friends. Donations can be made in Gil's name to the Belleisle Rugby Club c/o of Sherwood's Funeral Home (18 Scovil Rd, Norton, NB, E5T 1Z2) or at the celebration at the Belleisle Community Centre. Online condolences can be made at www.sherwoodsfuneralhome.com. Gil loved his family with all of his heart, never missing a day to tell them so. In his wise words, "Live today, you could be gone tomorrow."