MARTIN, Lester

LESTER MARTIN 1929 – 2024 Les Martin of Lethbridge passed away peacefully on Thursday August 29, 2024, at the age of 94 years.
Les was born in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan. As a young man Les started his working career with Macleods stores in Medicine Hat. During his 25-year career with Macleods, Les managed stores in Barrhead, Taber, Hanna, Ponoka and Bonnyville. He was active during this time as a minor hockey coach and a member of the Order of Moose and other service clubs as well as Chambers of Commerce.
Upon retirement from Macleods, Les and family moved to Lethbridge where he operated a Gain gas station on Stafford Drive North, and the Esso station on 13th Street North.
Les was an avid sportsman who enjoyed fishing, curling and golfing. He was a longtime season ticket holder for the Lethbridge Hurricanes and a longtime member of the Picture Butte Golf Club. Les was a resident of Martha’s House and was appreciative of the company of fellow residents and the courteous care of its employees.
Les is survived by his sons Barry (Lynn), Greg (Cathy) and daughter-in-law Marianne, grandchildren Lesley, Monica, Brett and Rebecca, and great grandchildren Ruth and Thelma.
Les was predeceased by his wife Doris, sons Rod and Doug, and grandson Cameron.
The Martin family would like to express their deep appreciation for the comfort, care and compassion provided to Les during his final days by the staff of unit 4B of the Chinook Regional Hospital and the Palliative Care unit of St Michael’s Health Centre.
A private family service to honour Les’ life will be held at a later date.
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