William "Marvin" Barfield
October 06, 2011
Marvin Barfield, 83, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2011, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, from complications of lymphoma.
Marvin was born in Greeleyville, South Carolina, on October 28, 1927, and throughout his life remained a true southern gentle man.
In 1947 he moved to Des Moines to attend Open Bible College, where he met and married Mary Gorham of Mason City in 1953. He served as a medical technician in the Army during the Korean War. After returning from the war, Marvin worked in the grocery store business, with most of his career at Super Value Stores, and then later Dahl’s Foods.
Marvin is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Mary; his son, Dan (Linda) Barfield; daughters, Marcia Barfield and Julie Barfield; and his brother, Leland (Pat) Asbill.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Barfield.
Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 pm Monday, October 10, 2011, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A funeral service will be held at 10 am Tuesday, October 11, 2011, at Fort Des Moines Open Bible Church, 1116 Army Post Road. A private burial will take place at Resthaven Cemetery.
On-line condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Chuck & P.J. Mayfield
10/10/2011
Just learned of Marvin's passing tonight, and too late for visitation. Marvin was a man among men, a true man of God. So many sweet memories of Marvin...he will truly be missed. All of our love and prayers go out to Mary and the entire family. God's peace be with you all.
Lois Davis
10/09/2011
Dear Mary, Marcia, Dan and Julie:
With many miles between us, just know you are very close in thoughts and prayers! We feel your pain and share in your great loss.
We too loved Marvin for the kind, gentle, understanding, God-fearing man he was and will always treasure the nice long talks we had over the past several years just getting to know one another. The sweet memories of such a man will live on in our hearts, although he will be greatly missed.
Keeping you all in our hearts and prayers!
Marvin's South Carolina Family,
Lois and Larry Davis
Vikki Fazio Berard
10/09/2011
Dear Mary, Marcia, Danny and Julie,
So sorry to learn of Marvin's passing. Marvin was always such a kind man towards me. I have many fond memories of spending time at your home and Marvin never seemed to mind the noise or extra girl hanging around.
I hope that your loving memories will ease the pain during this difficult time. I will keep you all in my prayers.
With my deepest sympathy,
Vikki