Hugh Martin The
death of Hugh Martin has occurred at the age of 89. Though not a player,
he still holds a unique place in the history of the Pirates, having designed the
superb Penzance & Newlyn RFC badge in 1946. Hugh was clearly a very
modest man, the fact remaining all but a secret until 1995 when the former hairdresser
and hotelier was given a belated official thank-you in the form of an inscribed
plaque presented by the then President of the Pirates, Mr. Henry Care. 
Henry
Care presents a plaque to Hugh Martin
L-R: David Mann, Henry Care, Hugh Martin,
Tony Blewett, Phil Westren
The badge is very distinct, being used
for a variety of needs over the years – blazer badges, merit ties, car stickers,
posters, etcetera. Many items have been sent worldwide and many thousands
have been proud to be associated with the club through it. Indeed, even though
the first team of the club is now called the Cornish Pirates, the honour awards
still bear the original badge designed by Hugh. Hugh leaves his wife Peggy
and three sons, many grandchildren and great grandchildren. His funeral
took place in the Chapel at Penzance Cemetery
Friday 24th. March, 2006.
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