May 28, 1935 – Aug 13, 2013
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC from cancer. Remembered in love by his wife, Jeanne; daughters, Rozalie (Carl Fleck), Sarah Shank; grandson, Nathan Shank; sisters, Connie Zboch and Betty Critchley; nephews, nieces and cousins. Born in Kirkland Lake, On, graduated from Queen’s University in 1957. Henry spent most of his geological career at the Geological Survey of Canada and the Department of Energy Mines and Resources. He and Jeanne moved from Ottawa to beautiful Victoria in 1996. The family thanks Dr. Gary Steinhoff and the staff at the Royal Jubilee Hospital for all their kindness and care.
Visitation will be held at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson & Vancouver Streets in Victoria, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 17th. A Memorial Service will be held at McCall’s Downtown, at 1:00 pm on Sunday, August 18th. Reception to follow the service at the Martin’s home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cook Street Village Activity Centre, 1-380 Cook Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 3X7 or to a charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may also be offered below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Fay and Phillip Russell
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Regina and Joseph Lazarovich Dear Jeanne and Family,
We were shocked to learn today of Henry’s passing. We will forever remember the many encounters we had with you both over the years. We always liked Henry’s humor, warmth and friendship. We morn with you the great loss.
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Dorothy Owchar Jan,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Henry your loving husband. He was such a kind, friendly gentleman. Enjoyed the many years seeing him at Jean’s Christmas party. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry I was not able to attend his memorial service as I was out of town.
Love,
Dorothy Owchar
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Chris Kurtz Dear Jeanne, Rozalie, Sara and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you, please accept my deepest sympathy. Henry will be forever in my heart along with many fond memories of times shared with your family.
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Barbara Zagata Thompson Dear Jeanne and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Thank you to Rozalle for contacting us with this sad news. I will always remember the wonderful time we shared in Canada with you, Henry, Aunt Mary and Roddy. My parents always enjoyed your greeting cards during the holidays with updated information about the family activities. You and your family have wonderful memories to cherish. Love, Barbara
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Joanne Vermette Dearest Jeanne and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy; I felt tremendous sadness when I heard of Henry’s passing.
I can remember as if it was just yesterday, your genuine friendship and your warm hospitality. Both you and Henry always made me feel very welcome.
May your faith in God guide all of you through this very difficult time.Respectfully, Joanne
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Maureen Jones Dear Jan.
Sincere Condolences on your loss.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family
at this time.Maureen
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Ruth Cullen My deepest sympathy. I am a friend of your daughter Sarah and met you and Henry while you were in Ottawa with her. I remain impressed with how you cared for Sarah at that time. You and your family will continue to be in my prayers. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you in this time of grief and loss.
Sincerely
Ruth Cullen
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Rob Dunn My condolences go out to the family. Henry was a kind, generous man who gave me great encouragement when I joined EMR. I will always fondly remember him .
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Bob Shank Jeanne: Luella and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Henry’s passing. We shared many good years working together at EM&R and he was always ready with good advice when asked. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Bob & Lue
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Michael Manery Dear Mrs. Martin and Family,
I am very saddened to hear of Mr. Martin’s passing. I have fond memories of a wonderful dinner with the Martins and my parents in Victoria a few years back. His kindness and warmness toward myself and my parents will never be forgotten.
My heartfelt sympathy go out to you at this time.Michael Manery
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walter kitts To: Henry.s family and friends,
Was saddened to learn of Henry’s passing. He was a respected colleague and friend for twenty years at NRCan.
Walter Kitts
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Jean Church Dear Jeanne and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you at this time .It was an honour for Bill and I to be Henry’s friend. Much Love, Jean
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Jeanne Martin Dear Jeanne and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you. It was an honour for Bill and I to be Henry”s friend. God Bless. Jean
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Mary Schoendorfer Jeanne, Rozalie, Sarah, Nathan and Carl,
We are thinking of you all as you say good bye to Uncle Hank this weekend. May you find comfort in being together and supporting each other. Know that you are surrounded in love always but especially right now.Mary
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Melodee Mutch Years ago I had the privilege of spending time with you both on a visit to Victoria with Marie Corns. I remember Henry’s enthusiasm as he showed us around the Butchart Gardens. I hold that day in a special place in my heart. Your hospitality did not end there as you so kindly had us over for supper. I so enjoyed the time I was able to spend with you both. May God watch over you and your family.
Melodee Mutch
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Heather and Alastair Urquhart Dear Jan,
With heavy hearts we heard of Henry’s death. So fortunate he was to have such loving care from you and rest of family. Please know that our thoughts are with you and family.
Love, Heather and Alastair ( Urquhart)
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Jane Moran David: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your uncle. My sympathy goes to you and his family at this time of loss. May the many memories you created with him, help you through this time and remain close to you over the years.
jane
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Joanne Tobin & George Barry Dear Jeanne
After speaking with you on Sunday we knew that Henry’s time was short. On Tuesday a rare event occurred. A mourning dove landed on our 8th floor balcony. I think Henry came to say good bye. Now we say good bye and offer up lots of prayers for all of you.
With our love.
Joanne & George
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Chris Havard Ken and I were saddened to hear of Hank’s death. He was a great support to me during my first years working in geology at the GSC and we remember wonderful companionship at your home. You and the girls will miss him dearly.
Chris Havard
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Ken and Sheila Grogan Jeanne we are so sorry to hear your sad news . We will truly miss Henry and look back with gratitude for on 50 years or so of friendship and our visits with you. Henry was a dear, kind and caring man and leaves good memories among his friends, Jeanne may God hold you very close to His heart. during this hard time. Love Ken and Sheila
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Kent and Lois (Wallace) We miss Henry already- we are grieving with you all and will see you Saturday. Love and peace to you . L.
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Bill Goers Dear Jeanne and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Henry’s passing. You both have been extremely loyal clients, and really interesting people. Henry’s list of skeletal/muscular problems was extensive, but his attitude and ability to work through things seemed unbeatable.
Thank you for my small inclusion in your lives!
Bill Goers (Common Sense Orthotics)
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Andrew Sozanski Our thoughts go out to you Jeanne and to the rest of the family.
Anna and Andy
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Noga Abarbanel Though I never met Henry I am sure all the host of heaven rejoiced to receive him to stay for eternity.
My love to all the family and may the Lord comfort you at this time of separation from a dear one.
God bless you,
Noga-Aliza Abarbanel
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Elizabeth (Janie) Fleck-Lawrence May God continue to watch over you at this sad time. Your loved one Henry is watching you with love as is the Good Lord..
Love Janie
Dearest Jeanne, Rozalie and Sarah,
Phillip and I were so very sorry to hear the saddest news of Henry’s passing. We had not heard until today when we received a letter from Rosemary E. We have been thinking so much of you all and of our recent visits at the cottage and to your home. We have known Henry since 1975 at Burrows Rd. He will be missed but not forgotten. I hope that we can support you all in any way possible. Please let us know how we can be a comfort. Should you be this way,please call.We’ll be here until Sept 16th. Much love, Fay and Phil