Obituary of Laurence Martin

MARTIN, Larry (Laurence) A. Of St. Jacobs, died unexpectedly, as the result of a massive heart attack on Monday, May 20, 2013 at the age of 63. Loving husband of Lynette (nee Moyer) for nearly 42 years. Supportive father of Taylor and Sarah Martin and Travis Martin. Fun-loving PopPop of Emma and Lydia. Dear brother of Len (Marty, deceased in 2010) and Mary Ann, Miriam and Loren Stauffer, Arlene and Harvey Kehl, Arnie, Jim and Shirley, Erla and Lloyd Koch, Ron, Ken and Gloria, Marilyn and Paul Brubacher and Darrell. Brother-in-law of Dale and Sharon Moyer, Carl and Jean Moyer, Lois and Cleon Hackman, Nancy and Bob Delp, and Glen and Donna Moyer. Larry is remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Menno R. and Mary Ann Martin and parents-in-law, Harold and Kathryn Moyer. In his professional career, Larry was a catalyst in the development of St. Jacobs Country and was General Manager of The Stone Crock Inc. for 22 years. He then went on to found and serve as Innkeeper at Best Western St. Jacobs Country Inn for 12 years. He lived vigorously and was involved in many community iniatives and was actively involved in Elmira Mennonite Church. Larry had a passion for the environment, fundraising, golfing, and world travel. Relatives and friends are invited to share memories of Larry during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Thursday, May 23 from 1-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Friday, May 24 from 1-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The memorial service will be held at Elmira Mennonite Church, 58 Church St. W., Elmira on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Fred Lichti officiating. A private family committal service will take place at Elmira Mennonite Church Cemetery prior to the service. A reception will immediately follow the service at the Elmira Lions Hall, 40 South St. W., Elmira. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the Elmira Mennonite Church or Shalom Counselling may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.