Joseph A. Martella

Birth date: Oct 14, 1947 Death date: Nov 16, 2003

Mr. Joseph A. Martella, age 56, died at his home Sunday evening, November 16, 2003, surrounded by his family. He was born October 14, 1947 in Rutland, MA and had resided in the Muskegon area the past 26 years. Joe was the Developm Read Obituary

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Anonymous

1167w ago

I was very sorry to hear about your loss. The whole Martella family was nothing but kind to me. Thank you for helping make me the man I am today.##imported-begin##John Woodring##imported-end##

Anonymous

1167w ago

Dear Martella Family;
Our prayers our with you during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Love, Kathi Jones and fsmily##imported-begin##Kathi Jones (Dobb)##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

I had a pleasure of workining with Joe at Nicholas Plastics. He had impacted my life tremendiously. He arranged a blood drive at NPI, that would help out a lot of people in need. It was the first time I was able to donate because of my busy schedule being a single mother. The results of me participating in the blood drive I found out I had hepatitis C. I would have not found out otherwise. I went through extreme drug therapy and today I am hepatitis FREE. I feel in Joe's way of helping people that he saved my life so I can continue to raise my son. There are angels around us every day and I do feel Joe was one working for God. All my thoughts are with Snow and his family.
Patty Haner##imported-begin##Patty Haner##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

I had the pleasure of working with Joe while we were both HR Managers for JSJ companies in Grand Haven. He always had a smile and he was always very encouraging to me as I started my career in HR Management. I was so saddened and shocked to hear of his passing and wanted to let you know I was thinking of you and that you were in my prayers.##imported-begin##Kristi Carmean##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

To the Martella family:
I had the pleasure of working with Joe in Human Resources at Nicholas Plastics.
In the short time he was here, I grew to respect him more than almost anyone else I can think of. His entire life here was devoted to giving to his co-workers. He rarely was without a smile and his optimism was contagious. He touched a great many lives here, as he has in his private life. My only regret is that I wasn't able to give back to him as much as he gave to me. His understanding and commitment to serving others is the hallmark of a very great man. I wish your entire family peace in the knowledge that he touched so many and became a very positive influence in my life, even after he left Nicholas Plastics. He kept in touch with me and buoyed me at several difficult times, and for that I will be enternally grateful. May God be with you.
Tim##imported-begin##Tim Gill##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

Kim and Kari my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family members. May you find peace and contentment in sharing the memories of your Dad. If there is anything I can do to help you - just let me know.##imported-begin##Diana Gaultney##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

On behalf of the Martella family, I would like to extend our deepest thanks for everyones support and prayers over the past year. We have lost a wonderful husband, father, and son. He was the most important man in my life and I learned so much through all of my years from him. We will all miss him so much, but we know he will always be watching us, protecting us, and love us.
I miss you dad. Please rest in peace.##imported-begin##Kari Anderson##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

Dear Snow,

Our deepest condolences for you and your family for the loss of husband and father. He was a good man and will be missed by all.

Dan##imported-begin##Daniel R. Christensen##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

Thank you to all of our friends and family who have supported us through this past year. My life was began the moment I fell into Joe's lap at a basketball game in December of 1963. Our first date was December 26, 1963 and from that time to this he was the only man in my life. We had a wonderful life together and God entrusted the lives of our three daughters and six grandchildren. I love this man and he loved me...our love is extended beyond his death.##imported-begin##Snow Martella##imported-end##

Anonymous

1168w ago

The brothers of Indiana Beta would like to extend our sincerest sympathies for the passing of such a loved man. The influence and leadership he provided for our house during his time here at Wabash will be forever appreciated. Thank you so much for allowing us this opportunity to express our deepest thanks and appreciation. Because of men like Joseph Martella, we are all proud to be Wabash Phi Delts.##imported-begin##Indiana Beta of Phi Deta Theta##imported-end##

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