Waterbrothers Loses One Of Their Own – Shep Martin Dies While Surfing Cliff Walk
OWB Shep Martin died while surfing Marine’s on Cliff Walk
Shep’s surfboard
Statement from Sid Abruzzi of Waterbrothers
“Shep died surfing at Marine Ave. last night in Newport RI. He was a true friend to everyone in and out of the water…. He was an Original Water Brother… He was looking forward to this summer soo much… It hasn’t hit us yet.. it is too great of a loss.. here’s Shep on the left, if you don’t know him, giving Bill Murray a laugh…”
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Statement from Shep’s Family
Shep Martin OWB
“The Martin Family would like to thank everyone who has reached out to express their wishes. Your thoughts are bringing smiles to our faces, and we count it all joy, to know that Shep had so many caring friends. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you…”
Funeral Arrangements for Patrick Shep Martin
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at St. Lucy’s Church, 909 West Main Road, Middletown at 9am.. Burial at St. Columba Cemetery, Middletown. Visiting hours will be held Monday, May 14, 2012 at the O’Neill-Hayes Funeral Home, 465 Spring St., Newport from 4-7pm.
Sid’s right. Shep was a great man in and out of the water. In my mind a true Waterman. He had the spirit….. I’ve known him for years but got to know him more personally over the last couple of years. I’m gonna miss him. I already do.
To his family; you folks must be awesome people to of brought such a wonderful person into this world. I’m very sorry.
Peace and comfort,
John
Well said John. The Waterbrothers family is quite special!
Thx 4 evryting. Our thoughts/prayers are w/ur family. RIP. MPC (kiter)
wishin i could be here today!!