J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Marvin K. Warthan

Friday, July 11, 2008

Waverly, VA
Marvin K. Warthan, 78, of Waverly died Friday, July 11 at Bon Secours St Mary’s Hospital in Richmond. He was born on August 10, 1929 in Wakefield, son of the late Willard Joseph and Keturah Avery Warthan.
He was a graduate of Dendron High School. He attended Carsley United Methodist Church and Wakefield United Methodist Church. He was a lifelong farmer with a deep and abiding love of agriculture. He was a member of Dendron Old Guard, Carsley Hunt Club, Blackwater Sportsman Club, a past president of Waverly Ruritan Club and president of Presson and Warthan of Waverly.
He was the husband of the late Ruth Baker Warthan who died on August 1, 1997. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Eunice Brown Warthan, four daughters, Donna Leigh Warthan, Dianne Warthan Bowen (Stacy) , Debbie W. Rose (Frank), and Terry Leigh Warthan; a son Marvin Keith Warthan, Jr. (Jennifer), grandchildren, Richard L. Stuart, Jr., Charles W. Stuart, Avery Ruth Warthan, Shelby and Maggie Pike, stepdaughters, Cheryl Pettway (Herb), Carole Thorpe (Randy), Connie Milne (Ray), step grandchildren, Ashley Pettway (Misty), Elizabeth Pettway, Hillary Thorpe Tedesco (Pat) and R.C. Milne (Tracy), a twin brother, Melvin Warthan (Evelyn); a sister, Mae Katherine Loughridge.
He was predeceased by two brothers Linwood F. Warthan and John W. Warthan; and a sister Ermine F. Oakes. He cherished and loved each and every member of his family.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Wakefield United Methodist Church in Wakefield, officiated by Rev. Ray Rowland and Rev. G.C. Branton. The family will receive friends Monday July 14, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the Purviance Chapel in Wakefield. Private interment will be at a later date. The family wishes to thank the doctors and the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital, Richmond for their compassionate care. Memorial donations may be made to Carsley United Methodist Church, 224 Otterdam Rd., Waverly, VA 23890 or to Wakefield United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 87, Wakefield, VA 23888. Arrangements are being handled by J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Purviance Chapel in Wakefield. Condolences may be posted at our website www.jtmorriss.com.

We are so deeply saddened by the loss of Uncle Marvin. May all the special memories of him help ease this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Eric, Cindy, Jeff and Jennifer Brown

Posted by: Cindy Brown at July 17, 2008 11:35 PM

I was Donna and the girls school bus driver for 2 years. Seems like only yesterday he called regarding a renter reference... Please know you'll are in our thoughts and prayers.May God bless and comfort you.
David (and Debbie) Wrenn

Posted by: David F Wrenn at July 16, 2008 03:26 PM

Eunice,

We are so sorry to hear about Marvin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in your memories and in knowing he is in good hands. Love Kimberly, James, Jenna and Randy Overton.

Posted by: Kimberly Overton at July 15, 2008 10:03 AM

I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Warthan. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you be with you in this time of sorrow.

Posted by: Pat Burton at July 14, 2008 09:40 AM

You all are in our prays at this time of sorrow.
Uncle Marvin was a King in our family's eyes.
He will be deeply missed by all. Keep looking to God and he will lead you through this.
Love to all,
Johnny, Cathy and family

Posted by: Warthan Jr Family at July 13, 2008 11:46 AM