Perth mourns the loss of friendly fruit and vegetable store that was part of local life for 104 years

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Perth businesses and customers have rallied to mark the end of an era as Martin’s Fruit Bazaar on South Methven Street closed its doors for the final time this week.Family of Peter Martin, the last in a long chain of family members who have kept the traditional city centre green grocers going for over 100 years, announced earlier this week that he was sadly suffering from ill health and had been admitted to hospital.On Tuesday, June 13, a statement from daughter Emma and son Iain said: “Unfortunately, a decision has been reached whereby Martin’s Fruit Bazaar will close the doors for the final time this week.“Dad remains in hospital and will require lots of time and rest to build up his strength again, which unfortunately the fruit and veg business does not lend itself to.“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our wonderful and loyal customers for their custom over the years.

Thank you all from the Martin family.”Peter began working at the fruit and veg shop as a school boy in 1971.The well established local family business supplied homes and businesses across the city for many generations with the closure leaving a hugh void.Local history writer Ken Bruce said: “Everyone in Perth knew and loved Martin’s Bazaar in South Methven Street.”Customer and friend, businessan Pete Chan of China China, said: “Very sad to learn of our family friend and supplier, Peter Martin, was taken unwell over the weekend and that Martin’s Fruit Bazaar will close its doors for the final time today.“For two decades, Peter has kept my own kitchen and business running.“I made countless demanding phone calls and Peter would always arrive to save the day.“I’m sure he’s ‘saved the day’ for hundreds of others, over his many years of