Marvin Overton
February 04, 2011
Marvin Gene Overton passed away February 4, 2011, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston at the age of 84. Services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, February 8, 2011, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, with burial to follow at Avon Cemetery. Family will greet visitors two hours prior to the funeral service.
Marvin was born April 9, 1926, in Des Moines, IA, to Esta and O.C. Overton. He proudly served in WWII, including time in Germany with who became his lifelong friend, Don Schwarck. Upon his return to Des Moines, Marvin married Marilyn Hollingshead in 1947, to which three children were born. He retired from John Deere, and remained very active tinkering in his garage and enjoying his grandchildren.
Marvin is survived by his wife, Marilyn of Des Moines; daughter, Stephenie Mabe of Buffalo, MN; and son, Greg (Joan Beard) of West Des Moines, IA. His grandchildren include Sharif (Vince) Welch; Shanna (Michael) Golden; Jeremiah (Erin) Overton; Josh (Jennicca) Mabe; Tori (Cary) Worley; Sabrina (Steve) Casteel; Derek Dales; and Levi (Brandie) Overton. He also leaves behind 16 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his very beloved daughter, Claudia Dales, who we know greeted him immediately after his death. Others that preceded Marvin are his parents, his brother Don, sister Ardith, two infant granddaughters, and son-in-law Thomas Mabe.
The family would like thank the Mercy Hospice staff for the loving care Marvin received in the short time he was there. Memorials may be made to: Mercy Hospice in Johnston, 5820 Winwood Drive, Johnston, IA 50131, in loving memory of Marvin.
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Carl Erickson
02/08/2011
Marilyn and family, Marv will truly be missed he was a great guy. Some of my favorite childhood memories were playing at your house when Mom and Dad went to visit. Hanging out with Marv in the garage and him answering all my questions patiently. Sometimes with a wink to see if I was paying attention. My heart goes out to all of you and I will pray for your comfort during your time of grief. Let me know if you need anything and if I can help I will.
Your Cousin,
Carl
Julie Wood
02/07/2011
Levi and Brandie and your family:
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in my deepest thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love you both!
Joyce Hollingshead Cole
02/07/2011
I have such fond memories of Uncle Marv. He did always have a twinkle in his eye, didn't he?! I remember family gatherings at their house and how he loved picking on us cousins. He was a good man and I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Marilyn, Stephenie and Greg.
Love, Joyce
Frank and Teddy Beard
02/06/2011
We send our sympathy to the entire Overton family.
He was a good man that lived a good life, that will
give everyone many memories to recall about Marv.
We are not able to return to Iowa for Marv. funeral,
so we send our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Teddy and Frank
Danette Hanson
02/06/2011
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Sally Leonard
02/06/2011
Our hearts go out to the Overton family.
Marv was a great guy who always had a twinkle in his eye.
He also had an ornery side to him, which was always fun to observe.
He shared one of his many secrets to a happy life with me, which I now use
.....telling each one of our grandkids that they are "my favorite".
I'm sorry he had such a difficult time, his last few years; but he is free at last............in a much better place.
Love to all,
Steve & Sally