October 4 1943 – October 23 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gordon ‘Scotty’ Martin, who passed away peacefully at the age of 81. Scotty was born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1943 and moved to Winnipeg at the age of 10, where he cultivated a deep love of both country and community.
Scotty dedicated his life to service, first with the Canadian Army and Air Force, proudly serving his country in both technical and security capacities. His passion for teamwork and leadership found its natural continuation in the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, where he devoted 39 years, retiring as a highly respected Platoon Chief. His calm under pressure, strong moral compass and commitment to excellence made him a well recognized figure in the fire halls around the city.
Scotty found great pleasure and purpose in his fellowship as a Mason beginning in 1981, serving as Worshipful Master of the Red River Lodge from 1990-1991 and as part of the founding committee with the Khartum Shriners Skooters, contributing to these organizations with the same sense of service that defined his career. Outside of work, Scotty was an avid outdoorsman, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was passionate about golf, cross country skiing and cherished many fishing trips with close friends. An accomplished woodworker, he spent countless hours with his close friend Dick, taking pride in crafting with his hands. Later in life, Scotty earned his pilot’s license, fulfilling a lifelong dream of taking to the skies.
Through his marriage to Liz, Scotty became a dependable father to his two children, Theresa and Bradley, in whom he took his greatest pride. They will remember him for his integrity, his upstanding principles and passionate spirit.
Scotty leaves behind his children Theresa (James) Redecopp and Brad Martin, his much loved grandchildren Chelsea and Jack Redecopp and brother Daniel (Cheryl) Graham and extended family in Scotland. His legacy of service, dedication and friendship will live on in the many lives he touched.
The family wish to thank his physician, Dr Kristin Harris and the fine teams at Concordia Village and Golden Door for their extraordinary care.
A celebration of his life will be held at the Masonic Memorial Centre, 420 Corydon in Winnipeg on Friday, November 1 from 1:00 to 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to the Khartum Shriners Patient Transportation Fund, 420 Corydon Ave, Wpg, MB R3L 0N8.
4 thoughts on “Gordon ‘Scotty’ Thomas Martin”
All of my memories of your dad are such joyful ones from so long ago. He made my dad belly laugh and they had great fun together as young married men raising their families.
I am very grateful for our times with all of you growing up and am thankful for reading his life’s accomplishments and pride in his family. I will continue to remember him fondly as a man who always greeted me with a big genuine smile.
Take care of each other while grieving and remember all those good times ❤️
I will cherish the many messages and face times and funny jokes I had with dear Gordon over the years , he was a gent through and through and I was very proud to call him family and I will really miss him. What an impressive life he lead and a beautiful tribute to him.
I hope he’s up clinking a glass with my Papa Alec right now reunited and feeling so very proud of their family. Sending so much love from our home across the pond to yours at this very sad time. You are in our thoughts. Go Raibh Suaimhneas Síoraí Air – may he rest peacefully.
No matter how old we are when we lose a parent it’s still a kick in the heart. My last memory of Scotty was at Lorraine’s funeral. We went to Lorraine‘S house, when I walked into her back yard I was having a hard time. Scotty walked up behind me and put his hand on my shoulder and asked if I was alright. So Terri and Brad feel my hand on your shoulder and I’m asking are you alright. Chelsea and Jack, you’ve lost your Grandfather, but you’ll always have your memories of him. Remember the happy times you had with him. Our condolences to all of you, Jim and Dianne💕💕💕💕
My deepest condolences to the family ….