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Funeral Notice·19 March 2026

Farewell to Christopher Ricardo Martin — Funeral Service This Saturday

Panther Funeral Parlour will be honoring the life of Christopher Ricardo Martin (1972–2026), a beloved husband, father, and entrepreneur from Welkom.

Panther Funeral Parlour
Panther Funeral Parlour will be conducting the funeral service for the late Christopher Ricardo Martin this Saturday, 22 March 2026. Christopher was born on 10 December 1972 in Kimberley. He began his schooling at Bronville Primary School in 1979 and completed his education at Welkom Secondary School in 1986. After school, he joined Dancing Sensation and went on to work at various establishments, including serving as a DJ at Ellingtons. He later started his own business as an electrician. Christopher married Ashia in November 2017, and together they were blessed with three daughters — twins Verochelle and Veronick, and baby Mickayla. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, his mother, three sisters, two brothers, and a wide circle of family and friends. Panther Funeral Parlour extends heartfelt condolences to the Martin family. We are honoured to provide a dignified farewell for Christopher. For enquiries about the service, please contact us at 082 593 9813 or 072 500 6300.

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