Big Martha

Martha Kostyra

September 16, 1914 - November 16, 2007

I am very sad to tell you that my mom passed away. Here's a tribute to Martha Kostyra -- Big Martha.

Please feel free to reflect on her amazing life by leaving a comment.

Mom waving hello (goodbye?) on her 93rd birthday.

Comments

[PAULINE]

Martha,
Please know how sad I am to hear the news of your mom's passing...it's so heart breaking.
I always enjoyed the times she was with you on your show...she was such an amazing woman..she will be missed. Please know that I will keep you & your family in my prayers.
Pauline

[Mary J]

I am so sorry for your loss Martha, I know how wonderfully close you were with her, but always remember her light still shines so very bright in you and she is watching you from above. Please remember all your fans feel your loss...there is nothing like a Mom.

[sara]

I am very sorry for your lose.
Big Martha was always a joy to see on the show.

[Becca]

Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear this.
Praying for comfort and peace for your family.

[Mary J]

I am so sorry for your loss Martha, I know how wonderfully close you were with her, but always remember her light still shines so very bright in you and she is watching you from above. Please remember all your fans feel your loss...there is nothing like a Mom.

[susan jacobsen]

Martha,

I'm deeply sadden about the passing of Big Martha; she will be deeply missed. Over the years you had brought her into our homes, I thank you for that. You can tell she was a strong loving woman.

The passing of parent is never easy, but you have the greatest memories of her...and those memories will live on forever.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[Alcea Alba]

Martha, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I was shocked to read of the passing of your dear mother. I first "met" your mother via your television show one Christmas over a decade ago. Big Martha was demonstrating her baking skills in your East Hampton kitchen. I couldn't believe this tiny woman had so much muscle to manipulate that huge ball of dough with ease and dexterity. Quite impressive! Once again, please accept my deepest condolences at this very painful time.

[Brenda]

Dear Martha,
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. My best to you during this difficult time.

[Lorraine Brewer]

Martha, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Please know that she was an inspiration to me. I truly enjoyed learning from her, and I will miss her also. I will remember her in my prayers.

[PAT CHITTY]

Big Martha was such a beautiful person. She always lit up the show when she was on. There was always a laugh to share and a smile. She will be very missed!

[Janie Schisler]

Oh I am so sorry, Martha for the loss of your dear Mom. A heartfelt hug to you and Alexis and all of your family, who are missing her so. May your memories be a rich source of comfort and we will hold you in our prayers. Remember to take time for yourself during this stressful time.

[MJ]

So sorry for your loss, no words can soften the pain right now, but know you are loved by so many people along with family and friends.
Your Mom will always be beside you and watching out for you.
My prayers are with you Martha.

[Annie]

Martha your Mom rocked!! I am so sorry to hear about her passing. My thoughts are with you.

[michelle]

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. It always made me smile to see you two working together on your shows. You are in my thoughts.

[Carrie]

Oh Martha, I am so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. She always brought a smile to my face when I would see her appear on your shows through out the year.

May she rest in peace and eternal happiness.

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family at what I am sure is a quite difficult time.

[nadine chan]

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mother Martha. She lived life well, and her legacy of homekeeping and cooking will live on in "little" Martha.
Best wishes to all the family at this very sad time.
Nadine Chan, Australia.

[Paula]

Dear Martha, I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My Mother passed away a year ago on September 23rd also at the age of 93. I miss her very much but know she had a wonderful long life and was loved very much by her family as I know your Mother was. Please accept my sincere condolences at this time and know you have wonderful memories of the life you shared together.
Paula Cox

[Susan E.]

Oh No! I'm so sorry Martha. My heart aches for you right now. I just came on the blog tonight after I put the kids to bed to see an update and then I saw your note. :( She had an amazing long life and I know you learned so much from her. I enjoyed every time you had her on your shows from the very beginning and laughed at the times you joked on the Set. I know we will never forget her and the amazing work she did. God Bless you and many sympathies for you. I'm so sorry.

[Margie]

I loved her eyes, her smile, her hands.
Margie

[nadine chan]

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mother Martha. She lived life well, and her legacy of good homekeeping and cooking will live on in "little" Martha. best wishes to all the family at this very sad time.
Nadine Chan, Australia.

[Mike]

She taught us all so much.

Our thoughts are with you!!

[Marcy]

I am heartbroken for you Martha...
I have been a fan of yours for so long ... and so I feel I have followed your life's journey.
The one thing that has always been very easy to see, was/is your love for your mother, and her's for you.
No matter how old we are, our Mother is always "OUR MOTHER".
Our one and only.
They love us with unflinching devotion.
Shameless in how proud they are of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at the passing of such an inspirational woman.
How lucky you have been to have had her as your mother.
Deepest Sympathay
Marcy M.
Michigan

[Andrew Ritchie]

Martha, there are no words. Your mother has been an inspiration. She will always, always be remembered. I have tears as I write this. What joy she brought to this world with her persistence, love and generosity. I know how much you loved her. I can't tell you how much I'll miss her.

We are strangers, but I love you, Martha. Feel my hugs.

Yours,
Andrew
Ottawa, Canada

[Yulanda Santos]

I have been watching you on television for many years and have always enjoyed the segments that included your Mother she had a great laugh and smile. She seemed very proud of all your success. I lost my mother several years ago and would watch the two of you interact with a big smile on my face and a bit a jelousy since I no longer had that with my own mother. I will not tell you that time will heal your heart. The truth is a part of your heart will always be empty. The love you shared will always be with you. I am so thankful to have been able to have a glimpse of your relationship on television. God bless you and your family.

[Jennifer from Georgia]

Your Mom enjoyed life and lived every minute to the fullest!! What a wonderful example for us all to follow. Her warm smile and laughter will be missed! Martha, may you and your family feel peace during this time.