Martin Paddock

Martin Eldridge Paddock
August 3, 1929 - September 23, 2017

Martin Eldridge Paddock passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at the age of 88 years. He was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and many wonderful friends. Martin was predeceased by his wife, Gladys, in 2014.

Martin was an active senior who lived life to the fullest. He was an avid golfer, bowler, and player of any card game especially Bridge and Cribbage. He travelled to visit family and friends over western Canada and United States. He loved people, making friends wherever he went. He was a kind and generous man, always asking about how others were doing in their life journey. At the time of his passing, Martin was a resident of Valley Ridge Lodge where he was an Ambassador and member of the Residence Council. On Martin's request, a celebration of his life was held on September 24th at Valley Ridge Lodge for his many Valley Ridge "friends and neighbours" along with those family members who were able to attend.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude for the professional and sensitive caring shown to Martin over the last 6 weeks. In particular, we thank staff members at Valley Ridge Lodge, and the tremendous Nursing Team of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Anne Mueller of the Cardiac Outpatient Clinic, and physicians Dr. Traboulsi, Dr. Weeks and Dr. Slawnych at Libin Cardiac Institute, Foothills Hospital.

It was Martin's request to have no funeral. A memorial service will be held at the site of Martin's interment at a date to be set by his family.