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Martin John Stuart Howley

1945 - 2024

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Lorraine Busby posted a condolence

Thursday, December 5, 2024

I overlapped with Martin at the QEII Library in his final few years priors to his retirement. He was such a dedicated collections librarian who worked tirelessly to create the breadth and depth that others marvelled at when they went into the stacks or browsed online. His library legacy remains for all to see and benefit. My condolences to Pam and Family

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Robin Whitaker posted a condolence

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Sending my sympathy to Martin's family and friends. I got to know Martin a bit after I moved home to work at Memorial University after finishing my PhD on post-conflict Northern Ireland. I was surprised and delighted to discover just how comprehensive a collection of Irish research I now had access to through the QE II library - one of the finest outside of Ireland itself, and a vital support to my work. All of that is thanks to Martin's commitment and intelligence in building those resources. Beyond his enormous contribution to scholarship at Memorial University, Martin was quite simply a lovely person: kind and interested in others. We were all privileged to have him as a colleague, and his work continues to enrich our university.

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Douglas Wharram posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

My condolences to Martin's family and friends. I'm very saddened by this news. Just a wonderful person, and he was very kind to me as a new faculty member back at the turn of the millennium. I have missed him.

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WIlf Bussey posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Martin and I had many epic battles on the squah courts at Memorial. We played hard and often, but always as gentlemen who much enjoyed the sport. I looked forward to every time we got together, always enjoying his company. In later years I thought of him, especially when a partridge berry chutney recipe he once gave me. came to mind.

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Linda Barnett posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

I wanted to add my sympathies to you Pam and your family. Like others who worked with him, I found him always kind, even-handed and perceptive. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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Helen posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

So sorry to hear of Martin's passing. He was such a kind man, wise and particular, and a true pleasure to work with at the museum. My deepest condolences to you, Pam, you and Martin will always be inseparable in my mind. All the very best. Helen

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Cheryl Keough (nee Fisher) posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

So very sorry to hear of Martin's passing. I worked for him as a student for many years. He was such a gentle soul, always kind and soft spoken. He was a lovely boss.

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Carol Sullivan posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

So sorry to hear of Martin's passing. I worked in the QEII Library from 1989 to 2006 and I have only fond memories of Dr. Howley. I remember him as being a quiet soul - very kind and patient. My condolences to Pam. Carol Sullivan

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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

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Juli Foy posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Dearest Pam, my deepest sympathy's for the loss of ur life partner and best friend. I treasure you guys visit to the farm in 2019. Martin was a kind and caring man. I was blessed to have met him. May God help you and Martin's family find some peace during this difficult time. Love Juli

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Angela Lonardo posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Dear Pam, I was sad to learn of Martin's passing. I have fond memories of working with him. He was always gentle and amiable, with a wonderful understated sense of humour. Martin was a wealth of knowledge. A joke among some of the reference librarians ...... if you can't find the answer in a book, ask Martin. My sincere condolences. Angela Lonardo

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D.R. Gamble posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

For many years I worked with Martin acquiring new titles for my department, and always appreciated his quiet humour, expert knowledge, and deep commitment to Memorial University’s library. I also remember feeling how much was lost with his retirement in 2011, but am glad to read, now, that he thoroughly enjoyed it. At this sad time I send on my deepest condolences to his wife and family. Don. Gamble

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Richard Ellis posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

When Martin applied for the position of Humanities Librarian at Memorial, one of his referees stated, “he is very well read but wears his learning lightly.” I do not recall mention of his sense of humor, but with that addition you have the Martin who built Memorial’s collections in the humanities over 35 years. Martin respected books, not just books in general, although there, too, but this book and its place in the discussions that informed the disciplines for which he was responsible and the interests and needs of both faculty and students. As academic libraries change with times, it is unlikely that we will meet his kind again. Ave atque vale. Richard Ellis

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Juanita Frye posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam. So very sorry to hear of Martin’s passing. I remember him from when I started work in 1977 in the former Library. Such a mild and sweet Man. Both of you were a blessing to work with in my many years working there. Sending love and hugs to you and his family. Juanita

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Colleen Woolgar posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam, I am so saddened to hear of Martin's passing. Martin was a joy to work with in Collections at the QEII Library. He was a true gentleman. I remember Martin fondly for his wit, easy presence and work ethic. I will be thinking of you during this difficult time and as well the days ahead, My sincere condolences on your loss. Colleen Woolgar

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Laura Scott posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam, My heartfelt condolences to you! Martin was a co-worker in the Collections Development department, and a friend as well. I always think of him as a British gentleman of great learning, with a wonderful sense of humour. His puns were classic, and his performances of Monty Python skits after everyone else had gone home on Friday afternoons were such a delight! I'll miss him, but will especially remember with pleasure our trip to Orkney (with Martin and yourself). Laura Scott

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Donna Manning posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam, so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and the family

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Liz Stanford posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam My heart goes out to you and family. I've known you both since you started working at the library. It's hard to believe all those years have flown by. Martin was such a wonderful person. Always had time for a little chat. I know he will be missed so much by everyone.

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Lorraine Jackson posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Dear Pam, What sad news! I am so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories from the library days. Martin's wit could always brighten a gray day.

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Aspi Balsara posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Dear Pam and family, I'm very sorry to hear about Martin. He was a good colleague, occasional squash partner (to whom I scarcely posed a challenge), and what comes most to mind was the jungle of clutter in his office. Wishing you forbearance and comfort at this difficult time. Warm wishes, Aspi

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Cathy posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

Pam, so sad to hear of Martin’s passing. He was a pleasure to work with at QEII Library, always friendly and great to have a little chat with. Cathy Taylor

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David Graham posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

I’m very sorry to hear this sad news, as I recall very warmly my hours spent working closely with Martin in his capacity as humanities librarian, mostly when I was responsible for the library collection in my department's areas of interest. He was someone who cared deeply about books and about learning, and one of the most humane people I’ve met, as well as being extraordinarily helpful to us in building the kind of collection that over the years made the MUN Library the best academic library in the Atlantic Provinces.

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Pam and Nick Cannon posted a condolence

Monday, December 2, 2024

We send our deepest sympathies to Pamela. We remember Martin from our travels to Sri Lanka. He was a great travelling companion. We will also miss his wonderful poems that he sent regularly. Rest in peace. Pam and Nick

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Sunday, December 1, 2024

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With deepest sympathy

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Ian Howley purchased flowers

Sunday, December 1, 2024

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To my loving brother who made such a difference to so many lives, My heartfelt sympathy to Pamela whom he loved dearly. Rest in love and peace.

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Ian Howley planted a tree in memory of Martin Howley

Sunday, December 1, 2024

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To my loving brother who made such a difference to so many lives, My heartfelt sympathy to Pamela whom he loved dearly. Rest in love and peace.

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Trevor and Jenny posted a condolence

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Dear Pamela, we are very saddened by the passing of this good, gentle man. We are offering Masses for his dear soul and for comfort and strength for you, in your great loss. Trevor and Jenny

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