Martin Thomas Dodd
Obituary
Passed on
Born: May 1st, 1948 – Passed: February 24th, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle, Martin Thomas Dodd (a.k.a. PA) at the age of 76, just prior to his 77th birthday.
Martin was born on May 1st, 1948 in Stonewall, to the late John and Margaret Dodd. He was educated at Balmoral Elementary and Stonewall Collegiate. After high school, Martin worked at various jobs. Eventually he was hired by Canada Post, initially as a letter carrier and then advanced to supervisor. In 2003, he retired from Canada Post after 32 years of service.
Martin met the love of his life, Lillian Panchuk, on August 4th, 1968. They were married on August 1st, 1970. They enjoyed a very loving marriage of 54 1/2 years which welcomed 3 beautiful daughters.
Martin enjoyed many activities including coaching and umping baseball, curling, golfing, camping, travelling and hunting. He was also known locally for being a great music man! He owned and operated Variety Sound for 25 years.
He was predeceased by his parents, John and Margaret Dodd, brother Robert Dodd and his granddaughter Bailey Nicole, his in laws, Michael and Tina Panchuk, Brothers in law, William Panchuk, George Smith, Michael Panchuk, Sisters in law, Mary Smith and Carol Panchuk, nephew Terry Panchuk and nieces, Irene Panchuk and Christine Fillion.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lillian, his 3 daughters, Cheryl (Mel), Debbie (Paul), Michelle (Jim), 6 grandchildren, Jessica (Dakota), Brooke (Tanner), Logan, Carter, Rylan, Kati and 1 very special great granddaughter, Madison. He is also survived by his siblings, Edwin (Linda), Wayne (Gwen), Sharon (Nick), Sisters-in-law, Jean Dodd and Shirley Panchuk as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends and neighbors.
Martin’s Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 7th, 2025 at Balmoral Community Hall, Balmoral, Manitoba at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Comments
To the family of Martin Dodd, we extend our sincere sympathy on the passing of such a great guy.
Terry and Hugh Billingham
To the Dodd Family. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Martin was a special man with a smile that uplifted each person he met. Leonard and Martin often met at the baseball tournaments as they umped either together or each on their own diamond. Talking baseball during breaks. Martin, as a music man, always kept us on the dance floor for many years. He gave joy through his music Martin will be missed by all who knew him. Treasure your memories. May God bless you with Strength, Grace, and Love as you each grieve in your own way. God called Martin to home plate. His work on earth has been completed. Rest in Peace.
Leonard & Josie Lindley
Lill and family I am so sorry for your loss. Our condolences and prayers are with you at this time. John&Lydia
Lydia Shipley
I’m so sorry for your loss Lil,Cheryl,Debbie and Michelle Martin was a great man and will be sadly missed Also my thoughts are with Edwin and Linda, Jean, Sharon and Nick and Wayne and Gwen Merle Taplin
Merle Taplin
To the Dodd family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences and thoughts at this very difficult time. Larry & Gene Nelson
Larry Nelson
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