View Full Version : In memoriam: Gary Martin.
Today, Wednesday September 27, 2006... Gary "Iceman" Martin passed away. Born September 17, 1979; he started the "Megaman Team" site genre with the Sinister Six (http://www.sinister6.com), the first team site based around the first set of Robot Masters. He started the Epilogues that have become a staple of the Megaman Team sites, and has written his own epic novel Ice vs. Red. (http://www.sinister6.com/icevsred/index.shtml) He had a wonderful sense of humour, a great personality, and was such a mainstay in the community that now... it's gonna be so alien without him.
Gary was the strongest, most caring and loving guy I know. I'll cherish the time spent with him and all good memories and fun chats. I love him so much and I'll always love him. He was my reason for living, my motivation in life, and I had planned to spend the rest of my life with him.
Gary Eugene Martin
9/17/1979- 9/27/2006
I love you and will never forget you. And some day, we will be together.
Uh WHAAAA? Gary Died!?!? man it seems like all the good people are droping like flies...:g-sad:
No.......no......NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! WHYYYY!!!!! THAT IS IMPOSSIBLE! I can't be.......no......
Razor_Guardian
28-09-06, 01:33
How could he die?! I mean, he was like, 27 years old...was it some kind of disease or was he hit by a car?
I was wondering too...when someone i like dies i usually try to cheer myself up...but Gary was awesome...i don't think i can...
Whoa,no way...He died young,TOO young...whs he sick,no way,no fucking way.
Razor_Guardian
28-09-06, 01:38
God...27 was so young...I can't even imagine the pain that could cause...
sovietcommando
28-09-06, 01:38
How could he die?! I mean, he was like, 27 years old...was it some kind of disease or was he hit by a car?
For those of you that don't know. Gary had been in the hospital for the past month because he had fallen down the stairs tearing various ligiments and breaking his pinky.
While in the hospital, Gary's lungs stopped, and he went into Cardiac Arrest. He fell into a coma and had been that way since.
That's the reason.
He shouldn't have died like that, he was to good to die that way...
Razor_Guardian
28-09-06, 01:41
...
I still can't imagine...he was just going through life normally...then he tripped...
......That just...........sucks. Sorely sucks.
Wow,no way,he died,becuse of steps,he will be missed.
Quicke,and th members of the S6,I give you my condoences.
RyuReiatsu
28-09-06, 02:25
I didn't know him, but it seems like he was loved.
He was young & loved people such as him shouldn't leave this world that quickly..
Anyways let's go to the point...
My condoences...
That's terrible! It just...I'm trying not to cry. I didn't even know the guy and I might pour buckets of tears.
Even if I do not know it, I pay homage nevertheless to him. 27 years... so young person :g-sad:
I haven't a clue who he was but it is quite evident that people liked him. Falling down the stairs isn't a great way to go anyway. Shame.
I never knew him, but damn, I feel so bad the way he died. And so young too..:g-sad:
Masterpiece
28-09-06, 21:20
O_o I remember him, he always had interested ideas even though I never talked to him. On another board a few weeks ago I think one member killed herself or something and a week ago some kid in the neighborhood was being picked on and hung himself. Correct me if I'm wrong but was Quickman (to n00bs Quickie is a female) in love with him? Kinda knows how it feels in similiar ways losing someone you love so much you would spend the rest of your life with.
Shu Hu Yang
28-09-06, 21:31
I personally didn't know the guy, but from what I've heard he was a great person, pity.
I didn't personally know him but I had admired his work. Things like this really make you think about one day the people you know and love are gonna die and in turn so shall you and in the end you shall be together again. Try and thinkabout the good times not the bad times the times before his accident. And to all who knew him personally I offer you my apoligies.
Rainbow Dash
28-09-06, 21:55
Quickman...
I never new Gary personally. Not in any way, really. But I can tell the he was a great person, because for so many to be so sad, they must once have been so happy.
Remember those times, and think of what Ice would want us to do. He wouldn't want us to be sad. He would ask that we remember the happiness that we felt.
I really can't say anything else.
...I didn't even know him, but I'm in tears anyway... heh. Makes you realise just how fragile people are and how cruel the world can be.
Gary- I know you're in a better place. Have fun, play all the pranks you want... you will be missed.
ProtoManZXE
28-09-06, 21:57
This is so sad....What did he die from? :(
Refer to the previous page and look for SC's post.
Wow...it seems like reading about his death has put a curse on my computer. I counldnt see any images or ANYTHING...
Still, this is such a way to go... I remeber being five and falling down the staircase...
He's in a better place, however...
Quicke-Don't know if ya'll were dating or what,but you loved him,he wouldn't want us to mourn to long,cause afterwards,he'd pulll a prank or somthin'.you know him,better thna we do. I didn't even know him,and I poyred a bucket of tears,heck,my sister poured a bucket of tears,and she dosen't even chat. But,I digress,Gary would want us to countinue on,incluing all the S6 members,It's gonna be hard finding someone to fill his shoes,if you can,but,you'll always have him,in your heart,and in your memories.
mega rock.exe
29-09-06, 00:43
Well that's sad. Poor Iceman. Dead. I barely knew him but a loss to the community does hurt.
... Well. He lived a good life. Helping other's. Making other's smile, laugh. I'm sure our little friend is up there right now, watching over us.
R.I.P. Gary Martin
RyuReiatsu
29-09-06, 01:05
Don't say dead...
I never met him, but I've heard so many great things about him, may he rest in peace. *salute*
It's even more sad he died ten days after his birthday.
Blackbeltdude
29-09-06, 04:38
I never knew Gary- I never had the privlage. But, I'm sure that if I had known him, he'd have left some impact on me.
The Megaman Community has lost a good person, and a leader in popular ideas. Even if these people online feel sad, depressed, and start to cry, our feelings can't possibly compare to those who knew Gary, and not Iceman. I hope that no one has to live through the death of a family member, or a friend so close... Our feelings, the Megeman Community's feelings, cannot possibly compare to how torn his family is. But, we still have those feelings, and it just goes to show what a great person Gary was.
Death is only a window into another part of life, as life never ends for anyone. Rememberance is what keeps their spirit alive, but one must keep the good times, and not the bad, as to not taint the memories and the soul of the one who you want to keep alive. If you always remember the one you lost, then the person will be found.
Has anyone here read the poem "Lenore"? its moral is that we shouldn't mourn the death of someone and that we should celebrate there ascension into a new life, and perhaps thats what we should do...
It's even more sad he died ten days after his birthday.
10 days after his birthday? Man, that's GOTTA suck...
Oh dear, struck down in his prime, his loss has definitely been felt.
my condolences.
I may not have known of him or heard of him, but it still sucks that he died...
Prince_Forte
29-09-06, 19:11
Dare I make an ironic joke?
One of VG Cats' Megaman-related comics was titled "Fell down some Stairs."
Rest easy, Gary.
Dare I make an ironic joke?
I would've much rather you didn't...
Gary would prefer to be remembered for who he is, not how he died. Please, keep his memory alive. Don't focus on the end. Share some fond memories, share some expiriences.
I'd hate to hafta go through here and prune out unnecesary posts. Remember Gary for who he is, not how he died.
ChaosForte
29-09-06, 20:28
Oh man, I never knew this guy, but it seemed like he was a good guy, huh...
I never thought I hear somebody of this board is going to pass away that soon...
I hope he had a good life... Farewell... and rest in peace...
spaceyoshix
29-09-06, 22:29
I had never heard of him but apparently he was extremily well loved by communities.
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THE ICE OF ICEMAN CANīT MELT R.I.P. Gary
I dont know who he is but he was cared by lots of people...
You know...his cause of death is similar to how my great-uncle died.
It's unfortunate. He sounded like a cool guy to hang with. I give my respects.
Dark_Omega
01-10-06, 04:14
Man... three days of no internet, and i return to read about this.
Even if I didn't know him... I offer my condolences. *salutes*
:g-sad: ToT hope your giving the lord Mod almighty a hell of time, Gary dude..
>.< You will be missed!
GrooveMan.exe
01-10-06, 08:40
I'm deeply sorry for your loss.
The world is so unfair....
My Condolences
If he's in a better place I'd want to be up there with him. Do what I am suposed to do then go.
ook only if you are a CHRISTian
If he was'ent saved then he'd like to be here on earth because he would be in hell dieing over and over. If he is saved you know he's having a great time. So you should'nt cry to bad if he's saved, and if not go ahead cry for a while.
How is that helping anybody Anro. That makes no sense.
Rainbow Dash
02-10-06, 02:43
Ok, lemme pre-emptively ask people to stop right there, please. This is becoming a religious arguement, which will lead to no good. Anro, you shouldn't have brought that up. Really. That's cruel. Besides, not all Christians believe in predestination, and saying that Gary might be in hell is... well, thoughtless and mean.
Really resisting urge to make insults here.
...I feel like a backseat mod, but I think it needs to be said. If I were you, I'd delete that post really really fast before Quickman or ACE sees it.
I agree that was unneccasary and a bit cruel to those who were close to him.
Pinkie Pie
02-10-06, 05:41
Bit cruel?
You're kidding right? That was a completely horrible and thoughtless thing to say.
Anro, that comment of yours has just gotten you on thin ice. I really suggest you reevaluate your beliefs if you believe telling people someone as beloved as Gary has gone to hell is going to solve anything.
Smart move jackass.
I only said a bit cruel because I didn't want to sound like an ass yelling at him in a thread about remembering the loss of a great person.
RyuReiatsu
02-10-06, 05:48
Bit cruel?
You're kidding right? That was a completely horrible and thoughtless thing to say.
Anro, that comment of yours has just gotten you on thin ice. I really suggest you reevaluate your beliefs if you believe telling people someone as beloved as Gary has gone to hell is going to solve anything.
Smart move jackass.
I agree with you... he's an idiot...
@Anro: Don't ever do that again.
I only said a bit cruel because I didn't want to sound like an ass yelling at him in a thread about remembering the loss of a great person.
Well you shoulda just say he's an idiot because that's what he deserves after saying such a horrible thing about a guy who was loved by all.
Man, that was SOO uncalled for. It seems like Gary was a great person, I wish I had met him. My condolences to you all.
But you know...seeing as how he's done so much, in his life, the MM community, we shouldn't feel upset by his passing. I think he feels a sense of accomplishment, something that ALL people strive to do in their lifetime. He's made quite an impact and we should celebrity his legacy, not his death.
This, I think, will definately show respect and give meaning to his work and contributiions. So let's give it up to Mr. Gary, the "Dr. Light" of the MM community!:g-laugh: :g-laugh: :g-laugh: :g-laugh:
If he's in a better place I'd want to be up there with him. Do what I am suposed to do then go.
ook only if you are a CHRISTian
If he was'ent saved then he'd like to be here on earth because he would be in hell dieing over and over. If he is saved you know he's having a great time. So you should'nt cry to bad if he's saved, and if not go ahead cry for a while.
You sick little...WTH is wrong with you?
1. The internet isn't for religion
2. He was a good guy! How dare you!
We already went over this MegaJosh so drop it and move on alright?
[fish in space]
02-10-06, 22:50
I go to the Megaman teams sites all the time, to think he started it all... This. Sucks. :g-sad:
Call me a loser, but I had never even heard of the guy... But jeeze, reading all of these posts, he must've been a tremendously great man. 27? He was taken FAR too soon. And the way it happened... unbelieveable... This marks two people I barely knew that had passed this month... I wish the best to his friends, family and loved ones. I hope you're all taking this as well as he would want you to. He'll be watching over you all.
My condolences to everyone.
I know Gary was a very respected man and he still is.
Wish everyone the best of luck.
Think about the happy times.
I leave the forum for a while, and I find this...this breaks my heart, how someone so young can die because of such a...a...well, dumb reason for some. I pay my condolences to Gary Martin, may your soul watch over all the ones you cared about.
Angelstar.exe
06-10-06, 23:39
Well,I may not have been on the fourms long enough,but,I cried when my brother did,I didn't even know why,I'm so,so,sorry.
MegamanXandZero
09-10-06, 00:10
Messed up..MESSED UP! I WILL ASSASSINATE ALL STAIRS!:g-ninja:
:g-sad: THEY WILL SUFFER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i'm away for a few days, and i see something like this. this sucks. why did he have to go:g-sad:
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