Hibs have issued a statement on behalf of the Martinez family.
Long term supporter Sam Martinez sadly passed away last week aged 106 and his funeral will take place on Monday.
Last week the Hibs’ players wore black arm ands during the club’s 4-0 win over Morton at Easter Road
“The Martinez family would like to thank Hibernian FC, the club’s supporters and the whole Hibernian community for the warmth and friendship shown to our dad during his time following the team. His love for Hibs brought him a lot of joy, particularly in his later years.
“Hibernian FC’s honouring of our dad at last week’s match against Greenock Morton meant so much to us and we will always treasure that wonderful commemoration of his life.
“We now need to grieve in private for the loss of our amazing father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Thanks again to everyone who has joined in the celebration of our dad’s life and supported us through this time.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
