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April 4, 2018
Martha - Wish you were still here to go to lunch with us. We really miss you (and so does Les). We're looking forward to being with you in the future when all is said and done. What a glorious day that will be! Cherie and Irma
Leslie Grogg-Tafoya
April 2, 2018
Missing you so much! There was nobody like you! I hope your watching over me.
October 21, 2017
Martha, not a day goes by I don't think about you my friend. I was on vacation visiting an old friend I hadn't seen in 18 years in Virginia last week when your passing anniversary came. I was out on a sight seeing boat in the Outer Banks and saw an island of wild ponies and thought about you, and how much you would have liked it. I still feel your love and light every day! Cassy
October 19, 2017
Martha - Mom and I miss you a great deal, but know that you are in a better place now. Just know that our love and prayers are with you and Les forever. Cherie & Irma
Dave
October 15, 2017
An Angel. Martha was love & light while she was here and now she shines brighter over all. Namaste.

Lesley
October 13, 2017
Much Love and miss you bunches!!!

Lesley Thompson
April 12, 2016
Today is six months since you have passed on. It sometimes feels as though you have been gone for so much longer and at other times as if you'll be right back. We all miss you very much.
Much Love to my Beautiful Bride
Shirley Thompson
November 2, 2015
Today marks 3 weeks since Martha "went away." My heart is tender for Les. Everial. Margaret. John. I'm praying, and sending love from my heart. xxoo
Ida
November 2, 2015
I am grateful to know you. I will surely miss you!!!
November 1, 2015
I miss you :(

you always called me Mom! xxoo
October 21, 2015
Sharon River Hansen
October 20, 2015
Rest in peace dear heart...
Chris Lynn
October 19, 2015
Martha, I am forever in gratitude for knowing you. Your way of seeing the best, the light, in others and showcasing that will remain with me all my days. Your capacity to express your love has left an indelible mark on my soul. You are one fierce lady, and you have inspired me deeply. God's blessings upon you always, always, always.
Les, may you know yourself to be surrounded by the love and care of so many as you journey on.
Peace,
Chris Lynn
Cherie Kemmerer
October 17, 2015
Martha was such an inspiration, wonderful friend, and terrific family person. She was also creative and helped many people/animals. Martha was a breath of fresh air, and brightened my days. I look forward to when we can meet again soon! Love, Cherie
Pete Blair
October 17, 2015
A beautiful person...loved by all...taught me alot about acceptance of others...
October 17, 2015
Martha was my stepdaughter. Her smile, laugh wit and love are captured in pictures and videos I have. I am lucky to have them. We, the Visser family of California, mourn her loss.
Karen Visser

Martha in Manitou 2013
Laurie Wilson
October 16, 2015
I know you just went ahead to warn everyone about us when we get where we are going, LOL. And I know you would laugh at the dumbness of that thought. But knowing you will be there when I get there brings me comfort. Til then, I will hear your voice in my head when I dream, and I will keep the lessons you taught me simply being yourself in my heart. Martha, you are velveteen. You became. We all saw it and we you made a difference. (((hugs))) Til I see you again, my friend.

I'll have my keepsake. Thank you Martha
sally hall
October 16, 2015
Martha, your soul and presence will be missed on this Earth. May your energy transform and disperse into thousands of loving souls
Roxie Frank
October 16, 2015
Martha, I did not know you well, but you were a good friend to Cassy, always there to help her, care for her kitties, and provide love and support. For that I thank you. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends as I know how much they will miss you. You brought light, love, and laughter to those in your life. May your memory live on. Blessed Be.
October 16, 2015
May God Bless you and your family!
R.I.P.
Cindy M
Julie Paler
October 16, 2015
Martha, you were such a blessing to everyone that knew you, always kind, always encouraging, always loving... We will miss your presence here. See you on the other side my soul sister. Love you forever, Julie and Michael Paler
October 16, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Cassy Hicks
October 16, 2015
Martha you were a light for so many. Thank-you for reading my Angel cards weekly and for being my best friend. I will light my Guardian Angel candle in remembrance of you every day. I'll be looking for a "sign" from you. I know there will be. God is holding you gently in his arms now...until we meet again... Hugs :)
Love Always, Cassy
Cassy Hicks
October 16, 2015
Martha, you were my neighbor, my dear friend, my advocate, and my "soul sister". I'm so grateful for all the time I spent with you and for all the heart to heart talks we had while you were recovering from this last surgery and over the past 6 years. You were one of the most beautiful souls I've ever met. I felt honored that you felt I was a safe place for you to land during difficult times. You always told me too that I was never alone. That meant the world to me. You, Les, and "the kids" were my "family of choice" and I'll be forever grateful for that. I will miss you terribly my friend. You were an angel walking among us and now you will be a guardian angel watching over Les, your fur babies Maddie, Nick, Max, and your friends. Someday we'll talk again my sweet friend. "Simon", "Sylvia" and "Louie" will miss you too. You loved them as much as I do. Words cannot even describe the hole I feel in my heart right now. Love and prayers to you Les, to all of her family, and friends at this time. May God hold you close as you grieve her loss.
Much Love Always,
Your Friend, Cassy
Billi Buker
October 16, 2015
Martha I'm so happy I got to know you on this earth! We came together because of love of animals! You found out about Dogs on Deployment and wanted to know more info! We talked & talked prior to that interview on your show! I'm a better person because I got to know you! Thank you God for allowing me this opportunity and please take care of our angel!
Leslie Ann Grogg
October 16, 2015
There will never be enough words to express how much I love you. You impacted my life in so many ways. I know you are my Angel now. I'll never let go of you.
Juli Labesky
October 16, 2015
Martha...it's not goodbye it's just till we meet again! Les you and your family are in our prayers.
October 16, 2015
Rest in Peace beautiful Martha!
David J Brent
October 16, 2015
Martha always cared and was always willing to help. This lady knew how to come from her heart and share her strength and courage with love. Heaven will be Blessed to have her. God Bless.
Robin Chambon
October 16, 2015
Martha was a light. We shared in a purpose grounded in service of others and it was here we met, lifelong friends. The last time I spoke with her she was selling a couch and I called to buy it for a young single mother, as soon as Martha new it was a young mother freshly out on her own she immediately wanted to give it to her and refused money. That was Martha. May you rest in Peace.
Bev and Glenn Williamson
October 16, 2015
Les you are in our constant Prayers. We love you lots and lots. Glenn and Bev
Leslie and Bill Braswell
October 16, 2015
We will miss you, sweet friend. May God hold you in His arms until those you left behind can once again hold you in theirs. Thinking of your family with love and prayers.
Donna Nix Usinger
October 16, 2015
God bless you Martha. You will be missed.
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