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Family, city leaders and community remember Arthur “Big Art” Martin at Miami Beach memorial
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Family members, law enforcement colleagues and city officials gathered at a Miami Beach memorial service to honor Arthur “Big Art” Martin, who served 28 years with the Miami Beach Police Department and for 15 years as executive director of the Miami Beach Police Athletic League (PAL).
Family members, law enforcement colleagues and city officials gathered at a Miami Beach memorial service to honor Arthur “Big Art” Martin, who served 28 years with the Miami Beach Police Department and for 15 years as executive director of the Miami Beach Police Athletic League (PAL).
Speakers recounted Martin’s work mentoring young people, his military service and the reach of his community programs. The service included readings from the Bible, multiple eulogies and a public motorcade past PAL and municipal buildings that speakers said drew hundreds of onlookers.
“He embodied everything that we value: integrity, honesty, compassion,” said Vice Mayor Dania Baat, speaking in her official capacity for the City of Miami Beach. Baat said Martin’s…
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