The Martin family is saddened to announce the loss of John, who passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer. He passed in Scarborough in his 84th year. He was the proud father to Andrew and Earl, father-in-law to Karen and adored grandfather of Adom, Kanye and Ayodele.

Born in Layou, St. Vincent, to Amos and Grace Martin, John was the loving brother of siblings Errol Martin; Leon Martin; George Martin (deceased), Olive Stephens, Irene Cyrus (deceased), Rudolph Martin (deceased); Leroy Martin (deceased). He will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

As a young adult, he chose (like his siblings and contemporaries) to venture out into the world, to seek out career opportunities. Migrating from St. Vincent, to London, UK, he began his professional career with the London Underground, building friendships among the community of Caribbean expats who settled there.

After several years in the UK, living and working with the family and friends who had also immigrated there, John made his final move, emigrating to Toronto, Canada, in 1968. He embarked upon a new career, training extensively to eventually become a licenced heating and air conditioning technician, a career that spanned 37 years, employed with HA Brown (now HABCO). After retiring in 2006, John focused his energy on maintaining his connections with his immediate and extended family, in the United States, UK and Caribbean, and served as a member of Morningstar Christian Fellowship, in Scarborough, Ontario.

A Visitation in John’s memory will be held on Sunday, November 21st from 10:00 – 11:00 am at YORK FUNERAL CENTRE, 160 Beecroft Ave, Toronto, ON. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 am. An interment will take place in Section 6 of York Cemetery following the Funeral.

Per the family’s request, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test and photo ID will be required from all guests that are over 12 years of age that will be in attendance for the indoor events. Masks or Facial Coverings must be worn at all times.

For those who wish to view the services remotely, a livestream link will be available at the top of this webpage at 10:00 am on November 21st.

Please submit video, photo, written and audio remembrances of you and John to: layousvgmartintree@googlegroups.com.

The Martin family greatly appreciates your ongoing support during this difficult time.

If you wish to send flowers, you can have them delivered to York Funeral Centre on November 20th before 5:00 pm or November 21st at 8:30.