Gladys MARTIN

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MARTIN: Gladys Anzonetta Martin – March 9, 1914 – November 21, 2014. Gladys was born at the family farm home near Basswood, Manitoba to William and Nettie (Jones) Robertson, youngest of seven children. She attended Basswood Consolidated School, then went on to nurses training at Victoria hospital in Winnipeg and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1935. She was employed at Lady Minto Hospital in Minnedosa and in 1939 married Clarence Nordstrom. After Clarence’s death in 1956, she worked as a dental assistant for Dr. McLean and in 1959 returned to nursing at Minnedosa District Hospital until her retirement. Gladys married Ross Martin of Minnedosa in 1979. She was a member of Minnedosa United Church and belonged to U.C.W. for several years. She enjoyed travelling, and had many wonderful trips and great memories. She enjoyed curling, bowling, golfing, card games and BBQs with friends. Gladys was predeceased by her parents, husbands Clarence and Ross, Sister Myrtle (John) Thompson, and five brothers; Earl (Edythe), Lorne (Frances), Lloyd (Christene), Russell, and Clifford (Dorothy). She is survived by her son Brian Nordstrom and his wife Ingrid, her granddaughter Cynamon (Bill) Mychasiw, and great grandson Ashton Mychasiw, her stepdaughter Marjorie McNabb (Roy) and their children Barry, Linda Carter (Terry), Martin, Terry (Michelle) and six great step grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She wished to thank her home care workers and the exceptional care she received from the staff of Minnedosa Personal Care Home, as well as the palliative care volunteers, and her many friends. In lieu of flowers if friends so desire, donations may be made to the CNIB, Arthritis Society, Minnedosa Care Home patio project or a charity of their choice. A memorial service was held at Minnedosa United Church on November 25th with Reverend Natasha Pearen officiating, assisted by Arlene Robertson. Barry McNabb sang “In This Very Room”. Cremation occurred with internment to be held at a later date in Rosewood Memorial Gardens, Brandon, Manitoba. Minnedosa Funeral Service was in care of arrangements.

As published in Brandon Sun on Nov 29, 2014