Martin Funeral Home

Molly Kirkhart, 91, passed away in her home on Friday, January 17, 2025. Services will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Grace Place, 1550 SE Salerno Road, Stuart, FL from 10:00 to noon. All are invited. For additional information or to leave expressions of sympathy please visit www.Martin-Funeral.com.

Robert "Bo" Demorest, 72, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Ellen, and daughter, Elizabeth "Lizzy"; four siblings Susan Laraway of Stuart, FL, Joseph Demorest (Cathy), James Demorest (Laurie), and Jane Brooks; Ian Wilson (Autumn), and a myriad of nieces, grandnieces, nephews, and grandnephews in Michigan and Colorado. Bo was predeceased by his sister, Judy Sheller (Lynn), and recently by his brother-in-law and former business partner, Bruce Laraway. Bo was born in Lansing, Michigan on June 4, 1952, to Elizabeth June (Slivensky) and Robert Joseph Demorest. He was active in sports, especially wrestling, baseball, and golf. After high school, he joined his...

Timothy C. Hogan, Jr. of Pompano Beach, Florida passed away at his home on Monday, December 23, 2024. A heart transplant survivor of 16 years, Tim was blessed with some beautiful miracles. Tim was smart, capable, and above all else, a kind and gentle soul. He is now at peace. Tim was born January 6, 1987, in Princeton, NJ and grew up in Westborough, MA. He was a standout athlete in Westborough where he captained the baseball team and played football. He attended Eckerd College on a baseball scholarship and finished his business degree at Boston College. He continued on to become an accomplished professional in the Healthcare Industry. Tim was a diehard Boston sports fan, rooting...

Gill Temple Hanlon passed away early Thursday morning, 11-14-24, at the age of 94. She will be greatly missed. A service of celebration will be held at First United Methodist Church of Port St. Lucie on Sunday, November 24th at 2pm, followed by a reception. A full obituary is available at: www.martin-funeral.com

Bruce D. Laraway, 75, of Stuart, FL, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Susan Laraway and daughters Sara Lillis of and April Laraway; grandchildren Charles, Elizabeth, Quinlan and Lily; sisters Kelli Pillars and Linda Laraway stepbrother Kevin Lesperance and stepfather Lewis Lesperance. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 3:00 pm at the Stuart Chapel of Martin Funeral Home & Crematory, 961 S. Kanner Highway, Stuart, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in loving memory of Bruce can be made to Calvary Chapel Palm City, 1633 SW 34th St, Palm City, FL 34990. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy...

The Honorable Marc A. Cianca went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2024. Marc was born in McKees Rock, Pennsylvania on October 3, 1937. He was raised in Tampa, Florida and attended Hillsborough High School. Marc loved playing football and excelled at it. While at Hillsborough High, he played center and even faced off against Burt Reynolds! After High School, Marc joined the Navy where he served our country proudly. Upon receiving an Honorable Discharge, he attended the University of South Florida and was part of the first graduating class in 1963. There, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History. At that time, Marc worked at the City of Tampa Fire Department. It is also during...

Beverly "Bev" Rios Wilson, 59, of Stuart, FL, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Beverly loved her family and friends. Bev enjoyed the brightness of spirituality. Walking the beach, days of boating, golfing and always at the gym with friends made her happy. Lecturing at church is her refuge. She is survived by her husband Gary Wilson of Stuart, FL and daughters Zoie Wilson of Stuart, FL and Lexi Wilson of Charlotte, NC; her mother MaryLou Avalos of Tucson, AZ; her brother Bernie and his wife Alma Avalos of Tucson, AZ and sister Marisa and her husband Jeremy Cooper of Ocala, FL and many nieces and nephews and dear friends. Bev was predeceased by her father Miguel Avalos. A Memorial...

Kathleen Lehach, adored wife, radiant mother, loving sister, grandmother and friend, departed this realm on March 21. Kathy made friends everywhere she went and was loved for her kindness, generosity, and fun-loving nature. She was devoted to George, her husband of 54 years, and beloved by her children Michael and Mary. In her granddaughter, Eva, she found a kindred spirit. Kathy possessed an artist's eye and unmatched style and loved travelling with her family, and laughter-filled get-togethers with her cherished friends. She will be greatly missed. A Service will be held at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 12001 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound on Thursday, March 28 at 10:30 a.m. Online...

Clifford J. Harvison, age 85, died at home in Stuart, Florida, on March 19. He was the longtime President of National Tank Truck Carriers. Cliff was a graduate of Duquesne University and a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife Sandy, son John, and brother Carl. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Jennifer. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Tunnel to Towers in his name. Online condolences & expressions of sympathy can be made by visiting www.Martin-Funeral.com

Thomas F. Ryan M.D. , formally of Washington D.C. , died March 7, 2024 in Palm City, Florida. He leaves behind his wife, Bliss, and daughter, Aimee, and three grandchildren. Donations can be made I. His name to Gonzaga High School or the American Cancer Society.

Stanley "Skip" Marion Nowiki, III, 86, of Hobe Sound, FL, formerly of Linden, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024, with his wife Carole of 58 years by his side. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy can be made by visiting www.Martin-Funeral.com.

William "Butch" Kamin, 66, of Stuart, Florida, a true spark of life, passed away unexpectedly with his family by his side on February 12, 2024. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on September 25, 1957, he illuminated the lives of those around him with his electrifying personality. He was a certified electrical contractor and owner of Kamin Electric, a jack of all trades. Butch was a stubborn yet kind-hearted individual who always had a quick wit. His heart was as big as his sense of humor. He had a love for all desserts and was a culinary artist himself. However, he would go out of his way to grab a burger from White Castle or Krystal any chance he could. Butch enjoyed a friendly game of poker, but...