PLEASE NOTE - DUE TO THE DECISION OF THE ARCHDIOCESE THE FUNERAL MASS WILL BE FAMILY ONLY.
Clement Joseph Martineau, Sr., age 78, of East Bridgewater, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, March 9.
He is survived by his wife Carol, who between them had nine beloved children: Clem Jr., Eric, Tony, Anna, Peter, Maryanne, Joe, Rich and Renee. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, family and friends who cherished him.
Born in Somerville, MA on March 14, 1941, Clem was the youngest of nine children.
He was a proud veteran of the US Army and served during the Vietnam War.
He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 697; American Legion Post 22; Knights of Columbus 347 and the Rockland Eagles Aerie 841.
Clem was a long-time resident of Whitman, where he raised his children and owned and operated his business “Yankee Equipment Specialties”.
A faithful Catholic, Clem was a parishioner of the Holy Ghost Church of Whitman.
He was an avid golfer and long-time youth sports coach; Clem was also a passionate Boston sports fan and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Visiting hours will be Sunday March 15 from 2:00-6:00 PM in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street, Whitman. Funeral Mass for family only.
Contributions may be made in his memory to Veterans Administration in West Roxbury, MA where he was lovingly cared for throughout his prolonged illness: https://www.volunteer.va.gov/apps/VolunteerNow/