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Obituary For - Martin Charles - Grenada

Name  " Martin Charles "
D.O.B  11/11/1934
D.O.D  04/17/2014
Parish From  St. Andrews
District  Birehgrove
Place of Death  United States
Service Date
04/25/2014  @ 7:00pm

Details:

Martin Charles was born in Grenada, West Indies on November 11, 1934 the third of four children of Mary (Vicky) and Joseph Charles. He will be best remembered as an honest, loyal, outspoken gentleman with an energetic personality capable of bringing happiness to any situation. Growing up in the close-knit community of Birch Grove, St. Andrew’s, his sense of humor and ability to turn any frown into a smile, were appreciated and applauded.

He was a student at Birch Grove R.C. School where he made friends easily and could hold a conversation with just about anyone. He had an incredible voice, too, that invited lively debates on everything from politics to fishing to cricket. His now silent voice was rich and melodic with a resonance that made everyone at ease in his midst.

That unmistakable voice and warm personality worked well for Martin in his job as a well-known taxi driver on the island. He was known affectionately in the community as “Pushin” and his customers knew that in his car they would get a safe ride, good laughs and a pick-me-up no matter how down in the dumps they felt.

He was especially generous with love and laughter to his family and friends and consistently provided genuine gems to uplift and inspire them. His family was always a priority to him and he showed affection easily, devoted to his sisters, his children, grandchildren and great-grand children. Martin Charles was special and had the gift to make everyone feel special.

In 1971 he left his beloved Grenada for the United States. It was a world unknown to him but he was driven by his goal to create a better life for himself and his family. Never afraid to work hard, Martin landed a number of jobs in varying fields as he set out to achieve his goal. He would spend three decades of dedicated service at Cabs Nursing Home Co. in Brooklyn, New York, until his retirement in 2009.

And on his American trek he found lasting love in his life partner, Joan Johnson. Their marriage was a peaceful union, filled with beautiful memories; travels together or with friends, great conversations, good food and laughter.

A sharp dresser and an excellent dancer, Martin Charles was a simple man who made simplicity an envious lifestyle. When he stepped on the dance floor at a party, others had to watch out. It was his joyful time. He loved life and absorbed all the good in it. It was evident in the positive attitude he wore each day. He loved flying back to Grenada to spend time with family and friends and he made leisure time as important as working. Hanging around the house was his special treat. On a warm summer’s day he loved washing his car and that car had a name, “Betsey.” He was a king sitting on his porch simply counting the planes as they flew by. Martin enjoyed every inch of life and reminded us all that every second counts and life truly is what you make it.

Martin fell ill the last eight months of his life and the Lord called him home on April 17, 2014.

He leaves to mourn, his wife, Joan and his sisters, Cossil, Winnie, Germaine and Jean. His Children: Megon, Sharon, Cherman, Merril, Hope, Jean, Gerald, Kelly, Lawrence and Finton. His grandchildren: Devon, Joy, Chermaine, Shanieka, Kelisha, Ackail, Deanna, Charles Jr., Bianca, Kadeem, Kim, Natalie, Natasha, and Randy.
Great-grandchildren: Eeron, Xyon, Devon Jr., O’Shane, Shyla, Amari, Hazel and Hazelann. Also left to mourn are his sons-in-Law, Terrance Marryshow and Rubin Baptiste, daughter-in-Law, Barbara Phillips and his brother-in-Law, Francis Charles, his nieces and nephews, Francis, Arnold, Brenda, Martin, Elwyn, Lyle, Randy, Leslie, Denise, Janet, Clothilda, Judy and Wayne. His many relatives include the Charles family, the Ruffin family, the Lewis family, the Ross family and the Simon family. And his special friends who will mourn his loss are Lessey, Richard, Bhola, Carl, Martin, the Blaire family, the Leed family and Peaurlene Ashley.

A genuine good man, Martin Charles will be deeply missed and cherished forever. As long as we live, we will keep him in our hearts.




Special Info  The Death has been announced of the late Mr. Martin Charles of St. Andrews, Grenada. The Funeral service will be held on Friday, April 25th at St. Matthew RC Church (1123 Easternparkway Brooklyn, NY).

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  Funeral Agent Info:
Contact:  David Williams Funeral Service, Inc.
Location:  Jamaica, New York, USA
Phone:  718 -291-3823
WWW:  http://www.davidwilliams-funeralservice.com

 
 
Joan, I am so sorry to hear, but he is asleep and one day we all will be together,keep courage and take one day at a time, live every day to the fullest ,may he rest in peace.
MEIVE & TONY PHILLIP
STONEMOUNTAIN GA [5/1/2014]
 

Sending the Charles family our deepest condolences for your loss. Martin was an older brother, best friend and family member to me and my entire family. He will be missed dearly. We appreciated his love, kindness and loyalty. This will live on in our hearts forever. Rest in peace Dear Martin (Charlie) Charles!!
MR & MRS MURRAY HARFORD
DELTONA, FL [4/26/2014]
 

Sincere condolences to the family, relatives and friends of Mr. Martin Charles.
CLAUDETTE CYRUS LOCKIBY
NEW YORK [4/26/2014]
 

Sincere condolences to the family, relatives and friends of Mr. Martin Charles.
CLAUDETTE CYRUS LOCKIBY
NEW YORK [4/26/2014]
 

So sorry to hear about your loss. No doubt Mr. Martin was an amazing person. It is especially difficult when someone so loved dies. Some scriptures that have helped me are John 5:28,29 were we are promised to see our loved ones again and Psalm 37:11,29 speaks of the wonderful future. Please feel free to contact me for more encouraging scriptures.
RUBY
GRENADA [4/26/2014]
 

Our deepest sympathy to Sharon,Sherman and Merriland the rest of the family on the lost of your Dad.We share your sorrows and may he always stay in your hearts and God bless his soul.
BUBB FAMILY
BOSTON MA [4/25/2014]
 

Sharon and Merril, sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathy to you and the rest of the family. May God comfort and keep you in this time of sorrow.
RITA SMITH-ALEXANDER
BROOKLYN, NY [4/25/2014]
 

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family of our cousin Martin.We will always rememeber him for his laughter. May God
VERNA, DALE & CINDY NOEL
LI NY & MORNE JALOUX GND [4/23/2014]
 

We wish to offer our sincere condolences to the entire family and friends of Martin(Vicki). My family share in your sorrow and will always remember you in our prayers
KEITH BARRITEAU
ATLANTA, GA [4/23/2014]
 

our family extend its deepest sympathies to the family of Martin Charles, his children, siblings, nephews and nieces, grand children and great grand children. Our mom margaret was a dear friend of his family and we passed many times with them @ Mammie Vickie's home. He will be dearly missed by all. Birchgrove and Grenada has lost a dear son of the soil. May he rest in peace.
MARGARET, JANICE, PATRICE & FAMILY
CANADA [4/23/2014]
 

My sincere condolences to the entire Charles Family on the passing of Mr. Martin, I will always remember him for his contagious smile and his lively spirit. He was a well known taxi driver and loved by everyone. May his Soul rest in peace.
LLOYDRIS JOSEPH AND THE ENTIRE JOSEPH FAMILY
BROOKLYN N.Y. [4/23/2014]
 

Condolences to the family of martin Charles on his passing so ontimely from this world God Bless his soul.
MICHAEL RAPIER
BROOKLYN NY 11238 [4/23/2014]


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