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Arthur 'Art' Ralph Martell

Arthur 'Art' Ralph Martell

Born In: Dominion

Passed in: Glace Bay
Passed on: October 12th, 2015

It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Art Martell on Monday, Oct. 12, 2015 at the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Dominion, he was the son of the late Ralph and Clara (Toddy) Martell.
Until his retirement, Art was employed with the Dominion coal Co., he was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved spending hunting seasons with his son Johnny and telling tales of the rare one that got away. He loved spending time with his family, playing guitar and singing at house parties. He passed his love of music on to all of his children, he also loved spending time in the country and looking for deals at the flea markets. He was known for his sense of humor which he kept up right until the end.
Art is survived by sons Johnny (Rannie), Scott (Heidi), Scott (Selena); daughters Donna (Eric), Clara (Norm), Marsha (Brother), Alison (Kevin), Maggie (Greg); 16 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, although he was the neighborhood father.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife Cle; two infant daughters; two infant grandchildren; brothers, Louis, Bobby and Jackie. He was the last surviving member of his family.
In following Art’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. There will be visitation on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 1-2 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating.
Donations in Art’s memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences can be sent to family www.pattenfuneral.com.
On behalf of the family, a special Thank You goes out to Dr. Cadegan, Dr. Jhriad and the amazing 3rd Floor staff at the Glace Bay Hospital.
“How great thou ART”.


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