The family of Rick Martin and the Buffalo Sabres today announced there will be a public memorial service to celebrate the life of Buffalo Sabres Hall of Famer and member of the famed French Connection, Rick Martin, on Thursday, March 24, 11:00 am at HSBC Arena. Further details of the event will be announced later this week by the Buffalo Sabres.

Anyone wishing to make a donation in Rick’s memory can direct it to Compass House, 1451 Main St., Buffalo, New York 14209.