Obituary of Isobel Teresa Martin

Isobel “Liz’ Martin passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on Wednesday, September 18th 2024 at St.Marys Memorial Hospital after a short but courageous battle with cancer, she was 75.

Liz or Issy, as she was known to friends, was born in Bilbrook, Wolverhampton, UK. She attended Bowood and Abbots Bromley Private schools and was pleased to return to Abbots Bromley in May 2024 to participate in the schools 140 year celebration. She also attended secretarial college and became part of the first class of girls to complete driver training. Whether she was driving the Bentley for her work as a personal assistant or taking her sons to school on the narrow lanes, Liz was known to ‘give it some welly’. Liz met David Martin at a Junior Famers event and they were married in 1969. They moved to Wales, where they added two sons to their family. Together Liz and Dave farmed in partnership for more than 50 years. Liz was known for her knowledge, kindness and patience with all animals. No one would have guessed that she’d grown up in the city. Liz was one to get stuck in with no time for complaints.

The Martin family immigrated to Uniondale Ontario Canada in 1989, where Liz hosted visitors to their on-farm Bed and Breakfast. There would be six more farms in their time in Ontario and each one, Liz turned into a well run and welcoming home.

Liz was predeceased by her husband Dave (2023), parents Leslie & Elsie Franks, brother & sister-in-law Ken (Sheila).

Liz is survived by her boys Nick (Jaime) and Andy (Sadie). Grandchildren Dylan, Ethan, Scotty, Devin, Lauren, Kohen, Spencer, Kaden and Annabel. Brother-in-laws Colin (Christine) and Robert (Yvonne). Nephews and nieces, Garry, Jakki, Roland, Wendy and Joanne.

The family would like to say thank you for the exemplary care provided by Dr. Xenocostas and the staff at the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre, the physicians and staff on the Oncology floor at Victoria hospital, as well as all the physicians and staff at St.Marys Memorial hospital. The care and compassion you brought to your work was greatly appreciated.

To respect Liz’ wishes a private family burial will take place at Avonbank Community Cemetery.