Oddvar Marthinsen born August 20, 1946, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2023, with his loving wife of 50 years, Unni Marthinsen, by his side. He is survived by his sons, Yngve (Christine) and Tore (Danielle), along with his four grandchildren Ethan, Kale, Amelia and Eila.
Born in Oslo, Norway, he moved with his young family to Canada in 1976 where he worked at the mine for 30 years. Oddvar loved the outdoors and was an avid kayaker, hiker and photographer.
A celebration of Oddvar’s life will be planned and held in the spring.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer Society of Canada https://alzheimer.ca/en
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Oddmund Og Brith
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Vigdis Bech Hi Christine & Unni family.
I’m so sorry to hear abort your lost. Thinking of you all.
A fine husband, father, grandfather and father-in-law has passed away.
May peace shine upon your family.
Rest in peace.
Vigdis og Ivar
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Kim Andre Hansen Rest in peace uncle oddvar.
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Ståle Johan Rest in peace Oddvar ❤️
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Hege Marthinsen I am sending my condolences and deepest sympathy to all of You ♥️ I will never forget him ♥️
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Mona og Jonn Tore Østby Rest in peace
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Roy and Marit and family Our brother, in law, uncle,he will be truly missed.
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Emma Dixon-Will Hi Christine, Unni & Family, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss… thinking of you all in this difficult time. Love to All. Emma xo
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Paula I am so sorry for the families loss. Healing takes time, rest assured he is in a peaceful place. Hugs to all. ❤️❤️
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Leroy and Kathryn Marthinsen Love you all so much. So sorry. So many of us will remember Oddvar for the way he was. So kind and always willing to tell you a story about growing up with his brothers and sisters. And I’ll never forget about our times camping together.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help and participate in his service. We’ll definitely be there. ❤️
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Irene Palmer I’m so glad I had the chance to know Oddvar for a few years. I always enjoyed time spent with him. A very kind man.
He will be missed.
Rest in peace Oddvar