John H.J Martin, 66, of South Boston, MA passed away June 26th, 2021 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
John was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl K Martin on January 12th 1955.
John was a loving husband to MaryEllen Martin (Wright). John married the love of his life on December 13th 1975. John and MaryEllen’s love was greater than anyone could imagine. Their love stood the test of time, from The Blizzard of 78, through a world-wide pandemic and 3 children along the way. Their devotion, love, and loyalty was truly one of a kind.
John was an Amazing father to his 3 children, Paul J Martin, Patricia A Martin, John D Martin and wife Jill Martin. John’s support, strength, and most of all his sense of humor, remains strong in each of his children’s character.
He was the Greatest Pa/Papa to Sean & Grace McCarthy, Halley & Taylor Martin, and John Paul Martin.
His grandchildren will remember him for his funny Snapchat’s, his words of wisdom, and his famous chocolate shakes and scrambled eggs.
John was a funny, loving, and devoted brother to Mary Martin McKunes, the late Carl K Martin, and the late Ruth Martin. Mary will always cherish their FaceTime conversations about the good times they had growing up together.
Brother-in-law to Marlene Martin, Kathleen Martin, Marilyn Rogers, and Jack Rogers. The late Steven McKunes and the late David Martin. John was always up for a laugh, to duct tape something together, or to tell you what’s wrong with your car.
John was also adored by several nieces and nephews who will definitely miss his continuous smile and one-liners.
Please join us to celebrate his life on Thursday July 1, 2021 at Casper Funeral home in South Boston, MA from 3-7 pm. Mass on Friday July 2, 2021 at 10:00 am Gate of Heaven church in South Boston, MA. Interment to follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Dorchester, MA.