| Location | Christchurch |
| Age | 48 years |
| Cause of Death | Motorbike Accident |
| Date of Birth | 11/03/1960 |
| Date of Death | 27/12/2008 |
| Visitors | 396 since 22/09/2009 |
| Creator |
Three Years
Hiya za-dad,
Can't believe it's been three years already, still think of you all the time. I know you were around today, love you heaps and heaps and heaps.
Ria aka pudding
two years today martyn, and still I sometimes forget and think I'll ring you to tell you something, or ask you something. Miss you.
To My Awesome Dad
Hiya dad,
Just wanted to write a quick note to tell you that I am graduating this year with my diploma, and then carrying on to get my Bachelors next year, I would do anything to have you at my graduation.
I spend a lot of time with Paul and your other friends now and talk about you all the time. I guess I just wanted you know how much of an impression you left on peoples lives. Your legend still lives on in the hearts of all that loved you.
Big hugs,
Ria xxxxooooxxxxooooxxxx
Remembering
Today is your 50th dad, I was going to write a poem but decided writing straight from my heart would be better.
I wanted to thank you for all that you've ever given me, and celebrate your birthday even though you're not physically here with us. You are the most amazing person I know and you've left an imprint on my soul that will never leave.
I miss you more than words can express but know tat you're still out there watching over me, just miss being able to have a big cuddle from you, especially when times are hard.
I'm really living my life now, you taught me to make every day count, even every hour :)
I'm facilitating a children's group for those affected by a parents addiction and every time I see one of them laugh and smile it reminds me that you helped that happen, and I can't help but seeing you smiling too.
I love you dad and wanted to mark this day with the celebration, respect, and happiness it deserves, to really remember and celebrate the birth of such a loving, caring and incredible man :)
Ria xxxxxooooooxxxxxx
Fly by Ian Hannington
Most are unable to touch the flame
For fear of being burnt
We all have wings but some can't fly
A lesson to be learnt
The cage is open, the free will fly
In any type of weather
Those that remain will stay the same
For now and maybe forever
Touch the flame
You will feel the pain
But where there's pain there's love
Got to fly before we die
To fly the sky's of love
To my childrens father and my friend.
When I think of you I see that huge smile, the one that goes right across your face - I think of all the walks and family times - your nose bleeds each time both of our kids where born - the love and support we had for each other both while together and towards each others new lives.
You had turned your life around and gave so much of yourself to help others, you had become a friend to so many.
You was and remain a hero to your kids, an inspiration to those struggling with addictions; and my best and longest friend... fly free and know that I will always carry you in my heart.
Joy.
Memorial
As my dad was involved in so many groups and had such a wide array of friends I would appreciate all comments and idea's of what to do in the way of a memorial. Dad really didn't like the thought of people crying over him once he was gone, so I don't really want to do the standard grave stone thing, but I feel that something needs to be done to remember his awesome spirit and the son, brother, father, friend, and person that he was :)
Please feel free to leave your ideas :)
From the Funeral of Martyn and Kaye
We Are Free
Don't grieve for us, for now we're set free,
We are following the path God Laid for us, you see.
We took His hand, when we heard him call,
We turned our backs and left it all.
We could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
We found that place at the close of day.
If our parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things we too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
We wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
Our life's been full, we've savoured much;
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps our time seemed all too brief;
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with us, you see,
God wants us now. He set us free
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