Peter Martin
December 4, 1953 ~ December 26, 2024
Peter Martin was born in Ft. Kt., ME Dec. 4, 1953 to parents Louis Philip Martin and Claire Martin.
His schooling was done in Ft. Kt. except for one elementary year done in St. Augustine, FL.
Peter worked for International Paper in Maine before moving to Ocala, FL, where he traveled the state as an auditor for Kubota.
Peter loved the outdoors and spent a lot of time fishing and camping with his family when they lived in Chelsea, ME
He also loved music. He played guitar and loved it loud with his amplifiers! His son, Jamie, played the drums and they spent many hours making music together.
Peter was predeceased by his father, mother, older brother Bob, and a son Channing. He is survived by a son, Jamie and wife Stella of La Plata, MD, two sisters...Phyllis Mullens of Grayson, KY and Susan Osgood and husband Gary of Carroll Plantation, ME. He also leaves 4 nephews in ME, a niece in MA, and many caring friends.
Peter retired in 2019 and in 2021 was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He fought a valiant battle with it for going on 4 years before succumbing to the disease December 26, 2024.
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Couldn’t have asked for a better father.
The passing of a neighbor, friend, and clsssmate is always a time to reflect. Growing up on the same street, Peter and I did all the usual neighborhood boy things. We built forts, played cowboys and Indians, played pass, shot hoops, etc, etc. I’m sure, at some point, we even ‘borrowed’ an occasional cigarette from our parents, so we could play grown up-coughing all the way of course! Pete was an outstanding guitarist. He could strum a 12 stringer and make it sound so beautiful. He tried to teach me to play, but after a few sessions, we both realized life was too short for that!
Fast forward to when me, Pete, and many others reconnected when he was in Florida. He was putting up a valiant fight against his cancer and was in remission. Unfortunately, we all know how the fight ended.What impressed me so much about Peter was his inner strength, his calmness, and his positive attitude. He had turned his life over to the Lord, and he knew he was in good hands! We enjoyed reminescing about growing up in northern Maine and catching up with each other’s families. Pete loved his siblings and his kids, and those thoughts and memories brought him great comfort.
Peter, friends and family will miss you, but we take comfort in knowing your pain and suffering is over. Thank you Peter for your kindness, your grace, and your love.
May God bless you!
Dec 25/26, 2024, our dear friend, Peter Martin, was escorted to his heavenly home after a valiant 2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. Some of us heard from him days prior, sharing his gratitude and selfless Christmas and New years wishes for others. He left a wonderful legacy of a beloved son, Jamie and wife, Stella in MD, sisters, and classmates. His declining health got many friends to magnetically and magically connect with Peter in person, by phone and by text. He was a spiritual soul, believing Jesus as his friend and savior. Well done, Peter❣️Well done🙏
I am so very Grateful for the Beautiful times, and relationship Peter and I have had over the years.
Growing up in grade school, half of High School. in Augusta, and One Beautiful year in Florida.
His Wonderful Spirit, Courage, Humour, Music and Drive. Wonderful Man Peter
Thanks for Sharing Your Wonderful Life with many of Us.
LOVE You Peter Rock Star!!
To Jamie
Thank you for posting that wonderful picture of you and your Dad. He was ultra cool. We were in a lot of classes together. We even got kicked out of one English class for uncontrollable giggling
I will miss Peter Hugs to you
Pam Kelly Pelletier
My condolences to Jamie, Stella, and Pete’s family. I have many lifelong memories of Pete that I will cherish. I was fortunate to reconnect with him these last few years. How he handled his sickness was a true inspiration and i marveled at his strength. He will be missed but not forgotten. Goodbye my friend until we meet again. ❤️
I miss talking to you, baby brother. I love you. I'll see you again someday. So glad you're no longer suffering.
My condolences to all Peter’s family and friends. God has you in his safe hands 🤲.
Our great friend Peter had an amazing memory! His recollection of detail in regard to people, places, conversations, and events often left me astounded! For the past two and a half years, I had the honor and blessing of talking with Peter at least once a month – usually on the first Monday morning of the month. We had fun sharing all sorts of things about our growing up years in Fort Kent. We would then fill each other in on the major events of our own current lives, and the lives of our mutual friends.
And nearly always, our conversations would turn to the wonders and kindness of our great God! Peter had a vibrant faith, and he faced his battle with cancer with headlong confidence and courage! He knew that Jesus had died for him, forgiven him, and promised him eternal life in heaven because of his faith in Him. We would then end our chats with a time of mutual prayer over the phone.
In a final flurry of texts that we shared from December 15-18, when he was just too tired for any extended conversation, we shared these powerful verses together from the Gospel of John, chapter 10, verses 27-30. Jesus said, "My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of My Father's hand. I and the Father are one!" Peter and I were so glad to remind each other of these special promises!
I have so appreciated the chance to rekindle my friendship with Peter since the time of our 50th high school reunion back in the summer of 2022! And so many of our fellow classmates have been grateful to do the same with him! Our hearts and our prayers continue to go out to Peter's loving family and circle of friends! God bless you all!