Malva Dorothy (Williams) Martin, a long-time resident of Danbury, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital on Monday, January 23, 2012 after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Harvey J. Martin, Sr.
Born April 19, 1915 in Brewster, NY, she was the daughter to Emma (Wilson) and Louis C. Williams and the eldest surviving sibling to Lois Mackay, Geraldine Sniffen, Louis Williams, and Shirley Rosafort. She is survived by her son, Harvey J. Martin, Jr. and daughter-in-law Jackie of Hot Springs, SD; her daughter, Virginia L. Kowalski and son-in-law James, of Southbury, CT; six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Martin was an employee of many years in the Linen Dept. at Howland’s Department Store on Main Street, Danbury, and as a retiree, worked Part-time at Danbury News Times.
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She was an exceptionally strong woman who was loved by her family, friends, and neighbors. She will be remembered as one who loved and took great pride in her flower gardens and at age 90 reluctantly had to pass the chore of lawn mowing to her son-in law. She was an avid reader and loved to share her favorites. She was a faithful follower of the U-Conn Girl’s basketball team for many years. A skilled knitter, she created many blankets for the newborns in the family and her church friends. She will live long in the hearts and minds of those who knew her.
Malva's family would like to express their Gratitude for the Danbury Hospital staff on 9E, 8W and 11E for the exceptional care given to her during her illness.
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In lieu of Flowers, contributions are asked to be made in Mrs. Martin’s memory to St. James Episcopal Church, 25 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810 or Danbury Hospital Foundation Re: Palliative Care, 24 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT. 06810
Family and Friends are invited to pay their last respects at 1:30-2:30 pm Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Hull Funeral Home, 60 Division St., Danbury, CT. A Mass will follow at St. James Episcopal Church, 25 West St. Danbury, CT. at 3:00 PM.
