To end companion animal homelessness, to provide the highest quality service and compassion to the animals... moreTo end companion animal homelessness, to provide the highest quality service and compassion to the animals entrusted to our care, and to be a leader in promoting humane values.
We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Martin L. Fried. Collecting your stories and memories here will offer us great comfort. Click on the heart to let us know you were here and to receive email updates. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
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"In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." (Lennon/McCartney)On September 1, 2021 Martin Fried lost his brief and brutal battle with pancreatic cancer, but he was surrounded with love and music in his final moments.Marty loved life and his enthusiasm was contagious. A musician, photographer, lawyer, landlord, artist, gardener, collector of shiny things, father, husband, partner, grandpa, lover of animals,... see more
"In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." (Lennon/McCartney)
On September 1, 2021 Martin Fried lost his brief and brutal battle with pancreatic cancer, but he was surrounded with love and music in his final moments.
Marty loved life and his enthusiasm was contagious. A musician, photographer, lawyer, landlord, artist, gardener, collector of shiny things, father, husband, partner, grandpa, lover of animals, volunteer, and mentor, Marty did not leave a single stone unturned.
Marty had a rich and many-faceted life. We would love to know your memories and experiences with him.
In lieu of flowers Marty would be delighted to know that you contributed to a cause in which he cared deeply and donate to the Michigan Humane Society by following this link: Support Michigan Humane
Denise Klein
My cousin Marty was a few years older than I, and most of my memories of him are from my early childhood.
I remember he always had a ready smile for me, and seemed so tall and full of energy, …. Because he was!
I have fond memories of... moreDenise Klein
My cousin Marty was a few years older than I, and most of my memories of him are from my early childhood.
I remember he always had a ready smile for me, and seemed so tall and full of energy, …. Because he was!
I have fond memories of hearing him practicing on the drums.
My sincere condolences to his children and his siblings and all who loved him…there were many.
He touched many lives in many ways, and leaves a legacy his parents would have been very proud of. less
I met Marty in January of 2020. Or he interviewed me at Eddie Merlots for the job of dating partner.I got the job and was delighted that we liked the same things, movies, entertainment, and food, plus politics. We then became the covid... moreSusan Dodd
I met Marty in January of 2020. Or he interviewed me at Eddie Merlots for the job of dating partner.I got the job and was delighted that we liked the same things, movies, entertainment, and food, plus politics. We then became the covid couple going nowhere. But Marty kept our lives interesting with movies, food, and politics.Marty was always positive, kind and funny. I will miss Marty and our 8 PM phone calls, discussing the days events. He loved his family and friends dearly and will be greatly missed. less
I went to high school with Beca and met Marty (the cool dad!) when I was a teenager. He was always very supportive of Beca and her many stage appearances. He was also a smart and hard-working lawyer, and I sent many referrals his way because he'd do a... moreI went to high school with Beca and met Marty (the cool dad!) when I was a teenager. He was always very supportive of Beca and her many stage appearances. He was also a smart and hard-working lawyer, and I sent many referrals his way because he'd do a good job and care for the clients. He will be missed personally and also by the legal community. My deepest sympathies to Beca, Jess, and the whole family. May his memory be a blessing - and I pray for comfort, peace, and many good memories for you all. ❤ less
The last time we went out with Marty was to Eddie Merlot's. We introduced him to Oyster's Rockefeller. He was so delighted to try something new, always! He was a happy and kind man. He will be missed by many and we share in his families, and friends grief.
Marty was a wonderful friend to Ken and me. We will miss his silly sense of humor, his birthday parties, and going out for dinner with friends. We enjoyed his fifties music and his stories about the
Cyrcle. I loved having him in my aerobics classes... moreMarty was a wonderful friend to Ken and me. We will miss his silly sense of humor, his birthday parties, and going out for dinner with friends. We enjoyed his fifties music and his stories about the
Cyrcle. I loved having him in my aerobics classes and we all enjoyed our coffee and bagels after. We will miss him dearly.
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Robert Siemion
Always a gentleman. Fun to be with. Hosted great parties. Excellent lawyer. His "rock" career was interesting. Local FM stations would acknowledge his birthdays. Fine sense of humor. He will be missed. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.