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Martin CLOSE Obituary
Martin James (Marty):
Peacefully passed away on February 13, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital with family by his side. Marty had a short but valiant battle with cancer. He was a much loved husband of Sharon. A cherished father and father-in-law of Ben and Rachel, and special grandad to Indiana-Rae. Loved son-in-law of Ted and Glenys Holmes. Messages to the Close family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made via the following link: bit.ly/mjclose1302 The Service celebrating Marty's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, on Tuesday, February 21, at 1.00pm.
Memories and Condolences
for Martin CLOSE
14 Entries
Alan Lilley
February 22, 2023
A loyal, reliable friend. I remember him whenever I hear Billy Joel and the Piano Man. In the early days Martin would play in the bars and the patrons would supply him with his beers.
Sue Wardell
February 21, 2023
Marty was a true gentleman and it was a privilege to have known him. RIP my friend.
John Stewart
February 20, 2023
Condolences to Sharon and family. I first met Martin at Stringers Bridge, Christmas 1963 when he was a nipper (and I wasn't much older). Martin was at my 21st and a little later at my wedding party.
Esme Holmes
February 19, 2023
Thankyou dear Marty for sharing such a loving and playful spirit with us. Forever with a twinkle in your eye! May your music play on as you journey home. With the power of love dear Esmé, Faye and families x0x0x
Pete Haddock-Brown
February 18, 2023
Sharon, so sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts are with you and your family
Paul Stamler
February 18, 2023
Condolences to you, Sharon, and to the rest of the family as well.
Marty was a great guy to work with, a great guy in the bands - an overall great guy.
Big hugs as your grieve his loss.
Paul and Ruth Stamler.
Hamish Broadbent
February 17, 2023
So sad to hear of Martys passing, his humor and ability to honky tonk a piano at band socials until they fly to pieces is one of the many memories I have of him, such a gift and a kind fun man, you will be missed .
Roy Dobson
February 16, 2023
A true gentleman bandsman with skill on the Bass and twinkle fingers on the old piano. Proud to have known him. My sincere thoughts to Sharon.
Bryce Walker
February 16, 2023
Hi Sharon and family
Sorry to hear the news. Still remember the band playing etc with Ted (King) and the other events.
Sincere condolences.
Bryce Walker
Owen Brewster
February 15, 2023
Sharon & Family. So very saddened to learn of your loss. My sincere condolences.
Ron Ching
February 15, 2023
Sharon, the shock of this news brings back all the great memories of a great guy.
The bond we had in our early days will always be special to me.
To you and your family I don't know what to say, except I'm so sorry.
Fran Dodge
February 15, 2023
Sorry to hear about Martin my thoughts are with you all
I have great memories with you both he will be missed very much
Fran Dodge
Jenny Caldwell
February 15, 2023
To,Sharon Ben and family sincere condolence to you all.
Remember working with Marty at W.A Browns and also meeting You both through Brass banding
Jenny and Blue Caldwell
Geoff Scott
February 15, 2023
So sad to read the passing of Marty, many lovely memories playing music & socialising in the N B Silver Band. Sharon and family you are in our thoughts.
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