Carl T. Martinson
On Wednesday April 17, 2019, Carl T. Martinson, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 78. Carl was born on March 16, 1941 in Lawrence, KS to Ferrell and Alberta Martinson.
He received his marketing degree from the University of Kansas, and he worked in health care marketing for Christian Health Services which then became BJC Health Services in St. Louis, Partners Health Care in Boston, MA, Memorial Hospital in Indianapolis, IN, finishing up his career with St. Anthony’s Hospital in St. Louis. On June 25, 1966 he married Gretchen de Koning, of Ann Arbor, MI, in Bad Aibling, West Germany while serving in the Army.
He was known for his devotion to his family and friends, service to his church, and his love of golf. He loved University of Kansas basketball, University of Michigan football, and coffee with his friends.
Carl was preceded in death by his father, Ferrell, and his mother, Alberta. He is survived by wife Gretchen, his son Alexander and his granddaughter Kimberly of Coeur d’Alene, ID.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019 at Ladue Chapel at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org/involved/donate
Had priviledge of working with Carl at BJC Healthcare and also St. Anthony’s Medical Center. A wonderful marketing professional, genuine gentleman, and enjoyed our one-on-one luncheons we had after his retirement. Will miss you, my friend . . . RIP Carl!
Dear Loved Ones of Carl,
We are so sorry we missed the service at Ladue Chapel on Tuesday, but were out of town visiting our daughter and family. We want you to know we have you in our thoughts and prayers and are available whenever you need us, Gretchen.
Very sad to belatedly learn of Carl’s passing. We had several great years at KU in the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and as his roommate out of the house. Many great stories of a wonderful friend. Carl was the house president and a real stand up guy. A great honor to have known him.