The following messages of condolence and symbols
have been added in memory of Margaret.

Margaret Martin was our neighbor just down the street in the 1960s and 70’s when we were children growing up in Findon.
When I was about 7 years old I went with Margaret to see the movie ‘ the sound of music’ at the Lockleys theatre.
Soon after that I was allowed to start piano lessons.
I was keen but I had to practice on a harmonium pedal organ ( which was the wrong technique for piano) However I learnt the language of music well from Margaret and completed Grade 4 AMEB theory exams by the time I was 12 years old.

I have had two other piano teachers following on from Margarets teaching but I realize her grounding in music reading and theory and performance have been the underpinning of my own teaching.

Our Piano Pedagogy comes
From Margaret’s teacher at Adelaide Teachers college - enforcing 3 hours practice a day. Many other student of this teacher are equally wonderful musicians and teachers but his name escapes me at the moment.

It has been a wonderful honor to have had the beautiful influence of Margaret’s teaching on my life and my music skill. She was a cherished family friend who we will never be forgotten and I look forward to seeing her again in glory in heaven.

With fondest memories
Love from Lesley Beale nee Johncock

Dear Shahila, Paul & John
Our condolences on the passing of your Mum Margaret. May she rest in peace in the presence of Our Lord & Saviour Jesus Christ. May The Almighty God envelope all the family with His unending love and comfort you as you grieve and mourn for this big loss. God bless you & keep you.

Dear Paul, Shahila & John,
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to you all in this time of grief. We will continue to pray that our Lord Jesus will surround you all with his love and comfort through this time. Know that Margaret is in heaven now and rejoicing with the Lord and her family members who have gone before! Lots of love.

To Shahila Paul John and family
Our deepest sympathies during this time of grief and loss
Praying that God will comfort you and give you peace and strength
Gods Blessings to you all
Chris Camille Christina

We are so sorry for your loss. Our most heartfelt condolences to you all. Our love and prayers are with you all during this time. We pray God's fullest peace and presence to be with you.
Love from Alain, Brooke, Chloe, and Ethan

Margaret was a cherished soul whose kindness, love, and talent left an indelible mark on all who knew her. With her caring nature and radiant spirit, she touched countless lives. Her blonde beauty was matched only by her inner strength and pride in her accomplishments. Margaret will be dearly missed, but her legacy of compassion and grace will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.

My sympathies to the Martin family on Margaret's passing.
Mrs Martin was a very important person in my youth being my piano teacher for many years (and also to my parents and siblings) with so many wonderful memories and instilling a love of playing. Recitals, exams, going from classical to modern music, scales, earning stars, music theory - I loved (almost) every moment. The love of playing the piano and later organ has stayed with me ever since some 25 years later and I am so grateful for the influence she has had on me today. In memoriam of her, I'll try and see if I can play Maple Leaf Rag again - a piece that I found difficult but was given so much encouragement by her to play.
In God's care now, but her influence on music on earth continues today.

To all the Martin family,

Our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

Praying for God's peace and comfort to cover you all.

Marina and Joshua Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Praying for God's peace to be with you all

The Lord will give strength to His people; The Lord will bless His people with peace.
-Psalm 29:11

With love,
Naresh Thevanayagam

Dear John, Paul, Shahila, John, and the family, My sincerest sympathies.
I'm deeply saddened by your loss.
As you grieve, may God bless you with strength and courage.
May God’s grace be with you now and always.
Lillian

Dearest loving Dad Shahila, Paul and John, my deepest sympathy. May you get through this difficult time, with prayer and comfort. Do not fear i am with you, Do not affraid for i am your God, i will strengthen you. I will help you. My deepest condolences. GBU 🤗 bless you all. Suresh.