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Martha Josephine McGregor passed peacefully from this life on April 7, 2019. Martha was born October 31, 1954 in Boise, Idaho to William Allen and Rachel Brown McGregor. She was the sixth of 7 children and the youngest daughter.
Martha grew up in Boise, spending her first 20 years there. She loved her childhood home life with her family and the bonds she forged with her siblings and their families are strong. She loved all of her childhood friends in the neighborhood—many of which she remained close to all her life. She loved many of her neighbors through the years, and in particular Mabel and Roy, who kind of stood in as surrogate grandparents.
Martha’s family had many adventures. Camping and fishing were among some of the favorite vacation activities. As long as they were together, they would have a great time. Since youngest brother Kent was blind from birth, all the siblings were his protector—but none more than Martha. They were closest in age and they spent the most time together during their childhood years.
After graduating from high school Martha’s mother suggested that she look into a new program at St. Luke’s hospital in Boise—a respiratory therapist program. Martha enjoyed the program that lasted one entire year. In 1975 she was hired by Salem hospital. She worked for more than 20 years at inpatient respiratory care and then helped develop the pulmonary rehab program at Salem hospital where she worked for another 20 plus years. She retired from Salem Hospital on February 7, 2019 after more than 41 years of service.
Martha was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She loved the Lord and had a strong testimony that God loves his children. She made it a point in her life to emulate the actions of Jesus Christ in everything she did, and so she loved everyone, and she was a caring and compassionate woman. She did her best to live as the Savior did, to be a good example to all.
In 1976 Martha met Alan Robertson and they dated for about 6 weeks before they both had the impression that the relationship could be a permanent one. After pondering this possibility for the next two months, in November of 1976 they became engaged. They were married on April 8, 1977. They just passed the milestone of their 42nd anniversary. During their early years together, they welcomed 4 beautiful children into their family: Erika (Perdue), Kelly, Luke, and Brian (Rachel). They have four beautiful grandchildren: Fallon, Jack, Jolee, and Jameson. Martha loved spending time with her grandchildren—especially when they were babies!
The family loved taking adventures together, camping, seeing National parks, and just spending good family time together.
Martha is survived by her husband Alan, daughters Erika and Kelly, sons Luke and Brian, grandchildren Fallon, Jack, Jolee, and Jameson, five older siblings: Cynthia (Anderson), Bonnie (Byington, Betty (Redford), LaRee (Millward) and Dan. Her younger brother Kent, passed away 18 months ago. Farewell sweet Martha! A biento.
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Monday April 15, 2019 at 10:00 AM
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
4550 Lone Oak Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302
Funeral Service
Monday April 15, 2019 at 11:00 AM
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
4550 Lone Oak Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302
Martha will be laid to rest at Dry Creek Cemetery in Boise, Idaho
Martha oriented me to "pediatric" as a respiratory therapist in 1981. Enjoyed her sweet "mothering " telling me, I'm only going to tell ou you once so pay attention.
That was good advice as I grew into a good mentor for others.
Rest in pease with your Savior!
We are so sad to hear of Martha's passing. She was a neat lady. May the Lord bless you and your family. Sorry we were unable to be at the service.
Dear Martha, good-bye for now. You have always been a sweet example to me. When I joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the summer of 1968 you and the other teenagers in the old Boise Sixth Ward welcomed me into the Church with open arms and hearts and the acceptance that truly made a difference to this teenager in a difficult transitional time of my life. It was because of you and Carol and Mary and Marty and Howard and our dear Sunday School teacher Sister Lois Hatch that the Gospel took root in my heart. You were the first beautiful girl that would go out on a date with me after my mission and I always kind of regretted that you moved away to Salem. I am happy to know that you have continued to live such a Christ like life and have such a wonderful family. My prayers are with your dear husband and family during this sad time of your much too early return to your Heavenly parents and your earthly parents. I am grateful for the Gospel and the comfort that I know your loved ones will receive from the Savior of us all.
Au revoir pour le moment.
Much love to your family!! Martha was truly the embodiment of LOVE.
So sad to hear of Martha's passing. May the Lord bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Martha was the kind neighbor who brought over fresh raspberries and blackberries from her garden. She made delicious cookies for Christmas, which she hand delivered with Allen. She was a really special person with a kind and sweet heart. Her face lit up when she spoke of her family, especially her grandkids. She exuded light. We are happy to have known her and she will be so missed. Thinking of her family.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May you be comforted by God’s promise of a resurrection to eternal life in paradise earth where death will be no more. Revelation 21:3,4; John 5:28,29; Psalms 37:9-11
An exemplary angel on Earth, who is undoubtedly as comfortable at home now, as she was on Earth. It is our loss that is difficult to bear, only lightened by knowing an angel just got her wings.
Love you Erika. Thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. As you have sweet memories, write them for your children so that they will know their grandma when they are older. **Hugs sweet friend.
A favorite and beautiful cousin. I wish I was closer so I could be there for the funeral. My love and condolences to her family and loved ones.