This Book of Memories memorial website is designed to be a permanent tribute paying tribute to the life and memory of Johnnie Martel. It allows family and friends a place to re-visit, interact with each other, share and enhance this tribute for future generations. We are both pleased and proud to provide the Book of Memories to the families of our community.

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Condolence From: John Stone Alpha Co. 2/12 25th inf. Div.
Condolence: Sending my condolences to the family and friends of John. RIP
Saturday November 15, 2014
Condolence From: Linda Vetterline
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time of your life--God Bless
Friday November 14, 2014
Condolence From: Frank (Tommy) & Pauline Wilson
Condolence: Frank has known Johnnie since before they went to school. I remember him from about the 6th grade when we sang together. Johnnie was always a good hearted guy & always smiling. The world was a better place with him in it. We'll never forget you, Johnnie.
Thursday November 13, 2014
Condolence From: David MacLachlan
Condolence: I first met Jen's Dad on the day of Jen & Jerry's wedding. I immediately liked him and felt welcomed by him. He had a terrific sense of humor and I enjoyed speaking with him then and the few times after when I had the privilege to do so.

It's a measure of a person the kinds of memories they leave with the people they meet. By any measure, he was a good man and will be missed. I am glad I met him.
Thursday November 13, 2014
Condolence From: Wendy Shaw
Condolence: We've lost another great and honorable man. A very good friend of my Dad who suffered the same battles in Vietnam and then here at home with health issues due to Agent Orange exposure.

We spoke on the phone in September and cried about my Dad. I'm so glad I got to see him and Judy last week and get a big hug. He told me he'd been seeing my Dad soon and that he'd tell him I sent my love.
Wednesday November 12, 2014
Condolence From: PETE CULLEN
Condolence: My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Johnnie . I served with Johnnie in A/2/12 Infantry ,4th Infantry Division in Vietnam and got to know him at reunions and on a trip to the Vietnam Wall .Johnnie had an entertaining personality and always had a funny story or a joke to share. It was always fun to be around Johnnie .He will be missed by everyone that knew him! R. I. P .
Tuesday November 11, 2014
Condolence From: Jennifer Hokinson
Condolence: It was such an honor getting to meet Johnnie as Paul introduced us this summer. I just knew I had to meet the gentleman my husband spoke of so highly of and gave his highest respect to. I will never forget the loving spark in his eyes, the light around his beautiful heart & soul. Johnnie's lovely words of wisdom to me personally. I will honor Johnnie's words and promises he asked from me and I gave to you Johnnie the day we met. All the wonderful stories Paul has shared with me about how wonderful you are. You will truly be misses by all the many that love you so dearly. You are living on in the hearts of many.
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.
They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make.
Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Leo Buscaglia

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sincerely, Jennifer
Tuesday November 11, 2014
Condolence From: Bill Garry
Condolence: So many great memories my childhood and long time friend of hunting, fishing, school and more. I remember that time you flew down to Texas for the Veteran's convention with V.P. George Bush. You and I talked that night on the phone. Growing up across the street from one another back when was a treat. What a great time for us to have and enjoy growing up in Kennebunk. Some of crazy things we did like riding on the fenders of Timmy's old Oldsmobile up and down your long driveway. No one ever got hurt, but he did get the car stuck once as I recall. My condolences to your family and now you can R.I.P. from that awful cancer. Keep a light on for the rest of us.
Tuesday November 11, 2014
Condolence From: Bill Garry
Condolence: So many great memories my childhood and long time friend of hunting, fishing, school and more. I remember that time you flew down to Texas for the Veteran's convention with V.P. George Bush. You and I talked that night on the phone. Growing up across the street from one another back when was a treat. What a great time for us to have and enjoy growing up in Kennebunk. Some of crazy things we did like riding on the fenders of Timmy's old Oldsmobile up and down your long driveway. No one ever got hurt, but he did get the car stuck once as I recall. My condolences to your family and now you can R.I.P. from that awful cancer. Keep a light on for the rest of us.
Tuesday November 11, 2014
Condolence From: Bill Gallant
Condolence: I met Johnnie 25 years ago. It seemed like we had been friends forever. He was always so positive about life. I commented on one of his service caps one time and we talked a bit about his service. I always admired his outlook. He always wanted to know how I was doing. I will miss him. Our nation has lost a hero.
Tuesday November 11, 2014
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