Gregory (Greg) Louis Martin

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Gregory (Greg) Louis Martin, 54 of Kansas City died suddenly on March 25th, 2009.

 

He was born on May 11, 1954 in Hanover, Kansas.  He graduated from Hanover High School in 1972.  He attended Conception Seminary in Conception, Missouri for 2 years.  He worked many years as a floral designer.  He was married to Judith (Judy) Kotecki-Martin for 16 years.

 

Greg cherished his family and friends.  He had a gentle spirit and compassionate heart.  He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a very spiritual person.  He loved flowers, gardening and nature. 

 

He was preceded in death by his parents Josephine and John Martin and a brother, Bernard.  Survivors include his wife Judy and 7 siblings:  Sister Joan Martin, RSM, Mary Goeckel (Leo), Jim Martin (Vivian),  Betty Goeckel (La Vearn), Gene Martin (Anita),  Don Martin (Susan), and John Martin (Jolene).  Extended family includes many nieces and nephews.

 

If you wish, a memorial contribution can be made to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) or a charity of your choice.  

 

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Funeral services will be held Monday, March 30, 2009 at 10:30 AM at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 12800 West 75th Street, Shawnee, Kansas.  Visitation will be held at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee on Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a prayer service at 7:00 pm.

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  1. Gerald & Ila Jean Ulrich on March 27th, 2009 1:43 pm

    We will remember the Greg Martin who was tender, kind, and very loving. He touched our lives with his continuous effort to lift himself from the illness he endured.

    Our prayers are with his wife Judy and family members.

  2. Steve and Marci Abels on March 27th, 2009 2:51 pm

    Joan,
    Steve and I are so sorry to hear about Greg’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers; if ther is anything we can do, please let us know.
    Peace and love to you.
    Steve and Marci

  3. Helen Gilsdorf, RSM (Burlngame, CA) on March 27th, 2009 6:13 pm

    Sister Joan and family,
    Your brother Greg is in my prayers and the prayers of our Sisters in Burlingame. May God console you in your loss.

    Sister Helen Marie Gilsdorf, RSM

  4. Chris Taylor on March 27th, 2009 10:41 pm

    Dear Sister Joan, Family, and Friends,

    Even though I do not know you personally, I want to offer my prayers on behalf of Greg and each of you. I am truly sorry for your loss. I pray Greg is at peace and that each of you find comfort in God’s loving embrace through many prayers and the touch of loved ones.

    Chris Taylor
    Mercy Associate, Auburn, CA

  5. Gene and Erika Gudenkauf on March 28th, 2009 8:17 am

    Our thought and prayers are with your whole family in this time of sorrow, May God help your family through this tough times.

  6. Wilhelmina Ferguson on March 28th, 2009 10:23 am

    Sorry to hear of your loss. Ask God to help the family thru
    this time of sorrow. Hope that Greg is at peace now.

    Wilhelmina and Jimmie Ferguson
    Kansas City, Kansas

  7. Adrian and Lorraine Ramos on March 28th, 2009 6:51 pm

    Judy:
    We were truly shocked to hear of Greg’s untimely death. Although we did not get to know Greg as well as we knew you, he must have been special and I am sure your loss seems very unreal at this time. Please know that we will be with you in prayer as you lay him to rest, and in the days ahead that you face without him. WE know that your faith and God’s love will help you through this, and know too that you will be in our thoughts and prayers always. May God be with you, comfort you, and keep you close. Adrian and Lorraine.

  8. Bob Roesler on March 29th, 2009 7:24 pm

    Hi Judy,
    My heart is with you in this time. I have nothing but the sweetest memories when I think of Greg and of course you too. Today at lunch with some of the retired ladies who remembered you we talked of Gregs gentle way. He was gifted in so many ways and we will always remember the beautiful flower arrangements at Shannon’s wedding. I didn ‘t realize it has been sixteen years since I was with you at your wedding. You were what made Greg happy and the struggle he had was intense. May God grant you His perfect peace and wisdom through your grief and recovery. You will both live in my heart as the warm caring people you are. You are both loved and remembered.

    Bob Roesler your Topeka Pastor

  9. Sister Angelene and Sister Donata on April 1st, 2009 12:45 pm

    Sister Joan Martin and family,
    How saddened we are to learn of the death of your loved, Greg.
    Our faith tells us that Greg is now enjoying love and peace in the heavenly kingdom. Our prayers and thoughts will continue to be with all of you.
    Sister Mary Angelene and Sister Mary Donata

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