MARTIN -David Martin, of the Sherbrooke Veterans Village, Saskatoon, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on November 16, 2004, four days after his 85th birthday. He is survived by his children, Carla (Rudy) and their children: Max, Nic and Ben; and Larry (Jennifer) and their son, David. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Clara (1996). David was born in Stonewall, MB on November 12, 1919. Like many young men he worked hard on the family farm with his family. In his early 20's he enlisted with the Winnipeg Grenadiers and was among one of the first Canadian Battalions sent to Hong Kong in October 1941. On Christmas Day 1941 he became a P.O.W. until his release in August 1945. He returned to Canada, found and married the love of his life and eventually settled in Saskatoon to raise his family. He worked for the Saskatoon Public School Board until his retirement. He remained an active member in the Hong Kong Veterans Association and attended many conventions. Despite numerous challenges in his life David always found the humor in any situation and was an inspiration to those who knew him. Special thanks to Dr. Danilkewich and staff at RUH and Sherbrooke who have looked after David over the years. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 19, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the chapel of the Saskatoon Funeral Home, followed by a reception at the Edwards Family Centre prior to the interment at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to Royal University Hospital Foundation, c/o Family Medicine, 103 Hospital Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 0W8. Condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME, 244-5577.