Marv passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Allegan.
He was born July 19, 1946 in Plainwell, the son of Charles and Roberta (Patterson) Fox. For over 30 years Marv worked at Parker Hannifin as a supervisor until his retirement. He was a top national pool player and attended several tournaments including one in Las Vegas where he won 2nd in the country. Marv also enjoyed playing softball and golfing.
Surviving are his children, Diane (Jerry) Wheeler of Otsego, Marvin (Jackie) Fox Jr. of Plainwell, Russell (Shanda) Fox of Allegan and Candy (Randy) Bradshaw of Allegan; 13 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; siblings, Val Haven, Gloria Rutherford and Vickie Seekman and many nieces and nephews including a special niece, Robin
He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 grandchildren, Vanessa and Ashley and siblings, Larry, Richard, David, Albert and Roger Fox, Betty Latta and Judy Palmer.
Friends may visit with Marv’s family starting at 4:30 P.M., Monday, December 21, 2020 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, until the time of the private family funeral service at 6:30 P.M.
A live stream of the service for Marvin will be available for 60 days beginning on December 21, 2020 at 6:30pm here: https://webcasts.lifetributes.com/1108490
Cremation will follow.
Burial of ashes will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Plainwell at a later time.
In accordance with covid -19 guidelines a limit of 25 people at a time will be allowed and masks and social distancing will be required.
Contributions in memory of Marv may be made to the Otsego VFW Post #3030.
Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Charlie McQueer
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Fox family and friends. Marv was a great man and loved by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Charlie and Pam McQueer
Ken & Mary Brown
We are so very sorry for your Dad’s passing. We have lots of fond memories of your Dad. He will be missed by so many people. Praying for all of you.
Ken & Mary Brown
We are so very sorry for your Dad’s passing. We have lots of fond memories of your Dad. He will be missed by so many people. Praying for all of you.
Stephene Johnson
I will miss Marv very much! It was such a joy taking care of him at Allegan County Medical Care and making him laugh. He always brought a smile to my face! He will be greatly missed.
Lee Boysen
We are sorry to hear of Marv’s passing. We are sending our most sincere sympathies to the families and friends. I will remember playing golf and working at Parker with Marv. Good times.
Sandra FLEMING
Marv Jr. and the entire Fox family. Dan and I are so very sorry to hear the passing of your father, grandfather, and other family members. Dan and I worked with Marv many years at Parker Hannifin. But also was honored to call him friend and had also attended other events with him. We want to extend our deepest and most sincere sympathy to all family members and close friends. Marv always had a smile on his face and a laugh or two he would share with you. . Marv will be missed by many. But no more struggles dear Marvin. May you RIP from now into eternity. We will be saying our final goodbye to you on Monday Dec. 21st.
Jackie Fox
Beautifully written Sandy. Thank you
Lorie Helmboldt
Marvin, Jackie and family, so sorry to hear of Marvin Sr passing. Our prayers go out to you all during this most difficult time. Bob & Lorie Helmboldt
Jackie Fox
Thank you Lorie
Cammie
To the family of Marvin Fox. I would like to say thank you for sharing Marv. With us. We loved him greatly and will miss him just as much. My prayers are with you in this Holiday season and in this difficult time
Lauri Connor
The Fox family, so sad to hear of Marv’s passing. I worked with Marv for many years at Parker. He had a great sense of humor and could always make you smile. He will be missed by all that new him. He was an awesome person. RIP Marv
Randi Sue Deneau
I’m so sorry to hear of Marv’s passing I knew Marv for many years as I worked with him at Parker he was always laughing and smiling my prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time
Bonnie L. Ketchum
We were so sorry to hear of Marv’s passing; that smile will be missed by everyone that knew him. Sympathy is a small thing to offer when you all are in such pain but please know that it is heartfelt
Duane and Bonnie Ketchum
Tom Matteson
I got to know Marv while playing pool in the G.M. pool league on S. Westnedge, about 14-15 years ago. I had not seen Marv for a few years until I played in the Allegan Pool league, out of the V.F.W. there. The last couple of years, he sub many times on our team and was great to catch back up with him. I will always remember his laugh and willingness to help on a difficult shot. Very sorry to hear of his passing.
Walt Rickli
So sorry to hear of Marvs passing our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. I worked with Marv at Parker and have nothing but good memories, and like so many have said, he always had a smile to share.
Godbless
Lanora
So sorry for your loss, I will miss him dearly he was a wonderful man and I really enjoyed being a part of his care team at allegan county medical this past few months. Marv and I would joke around alot and he would tell me that he was going to box my ears, and then we would laugh about it. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lanora Kendall
SHIRLEY L SUTTON
Oh Marv, you will be missed so very much, my payers are with your children and grandchildren, they have lost a strong presence in their lives. Worked with Marv for a lot of years and it was a joy. Farewell dear friend. Bill and Shirley Sutton
Sherry Hanson
I worked at Parker with Marv and remember he was always smiling . My thoughts and prayers go out to his family He was such a kind soul and I’m sure he will be missed by many .
cynthia gauthier
I am very sorry for your loss. Marvin was an amazing person who had a gift of making people smile and laugh even in the darkest of times. It was an honor to have known him and call him friend. He will be greatly missed.
Denise Golm
Marvin always had a smile for us, and a twinkle in his eye. He truly made us feel welcome
and sincerely happy to see us…..every time. His kind, friendly personality will be missed by many
I’m sure, ….. but never forgotten. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Marvin Jr., Jackie and the entire Fox family. May Gods peace and comfort be with you all. May his memory be eternal!
Bob and Denise Golm
Denise Golm
Marvin Jr. , Jackie and the entire Fox Family,
Our most heartfelt sympathies to each of you. Bob and I will always remember Marvin Sr. with a smile and a twinkle in his eye. He will surely be missed by his family and many friends. May that smile and twinkle always remain in your mind and hearts. And may God’s peace and comfort carry you through this difficult time. May his memory be eternal!
Bob and Denise Golm
Nancy Vote
Good bye my friend. You were always one of my favorite co-workers. I never had to wonder what kind of mood you would be in that day. There was always a warm and welcoming smile. Followed with laughter. Even on a difficult day you could make me laugh . I was blessed to have known you. It was my pleasure to have worked with you. RIP my friend. To Marv’s Family. May you find peace in your memories.
Kathi. Fuss
So many memories of Marv come to mind! Larry and he were such good friends for SO many years at and outside work! Marv will always be remembered as a very special friend! Sending hugs and prayers to ALL of you❤️❤️
Kathi Fuss
SO many memories of Marv! Larry and Marv were good friends for many, many years! Now they can renew their friendship and be healthy again! Sending hugs and prayers to you ALL❤️
Christine Noble
Uncle arv was a w onderful man and will be greatly missed, my prayers a with all.
Jerry & Darlene Gant
Our thoughts and prayers to Marv Fox’s family and friends. Rest in peace Marv.
Larry Fox
This was a beautiful service. Uncle Marv will be missed by many but his memory will live on forever in our hearts. Love Larry. And family
Barb & Dave Blanchard
Sorry to hear of Marv’s passing. Worked many years with Marv, always full of P & V! When I seen that smile & twinkle in his eyes I knew something was either gonna come out his mouth or he was gonna do something that was going to make me laugh . Our Lord is having an good chuckle with Marvin, that’s for sure. Treasure your memories, hold each other close. It was a blessing to have worked with Marv, he will always bring a smile to heart.
Yvonne Slater
I just want to send my sincere sympathy. Its been a while since I saw Marv. He always had a smile for me.