He was a graduate of Monticello High School, a retired rural letter carrier and an active member of the Shady Grove Baptist Church. Other than his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Dottie Hilburn Williams.
Survivors include his wife, Shelby Jordan Williams of Monticello; one son, Lin Williams of Bastrop, LA; one daughter, Rena Williams McCone and husband, Randy Paul of Monticello; one sister, Anna Williams Rowland of Russellville; two step sons, John Funderburg and wife, Nancy of Monticello and Tony Funderburg and wife, Cheryl of Texas; one step daughter, Jackie Pennington and husband, Kenny of Watson; fifteen grandchildren, Caleb Satterlee, Hannah McCone Flemister and husband, Brian, Kohl McCone, Ellie Satterlee, Jill, Jake, Katie and Sarah Funderburg, Maranda and Kendall Pennington, Amber Munnerlyn, Michael Lusinger, Jamie, Brooxy and Brittnay Ellington; five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Condolences(28)
Martha & Pat Clark
Dumas, AR Tuesday, March 20, 2012 So sorrry to hear about Marvin, will keep you and family in our prayers.Bruce Brown
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 1, 2012 Our thoughts & prayers are with you. I enjoyed many years of coaching against Marvin, working with him, & discussing my kids & his grandchildren. May you be filled with many great memories. May God give you strengthJeri Hobbs
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 1, 2012 Rena, I was so very sad to hear this. Since then, I have thought about the days when we all played softball together. Those were the days. Your dad was the best. He was funny. I knew I would always smile when he was around. He could brighten anyone's day. I will always remember him. I will continue to pray for you & your family, as I know you all will miss him dearly. I love you.Sincerely,
Jeri
Bernee Thurow
North Little Rock, AR Tuesday, February 28, 2012 We are keeping everyone in our prayers.Ms. Bernee and Mr. Rick
Delton and Elizabeth Gladden and kids
Marshall, AR Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Thinking about during this time.We love you and were praying for you by the lord comfort you and give you peaceSharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Dear Ms. Shelby, Rena, Randy Paul & Families,My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Marvin was a fine person and I feel blessed to have known him. He always had a funny story to tell me on Sunday mornings. Time will help heal.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
Tonya Loveless
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Ms Shelby & Rena; So sorry to hear about Mr Marvin! He was a wonderful christian man and loved by so many people. I know that he is with Jesus and we will all see him soon. May God bless you all during this time. Bless you all, Tonya & CareyLa Verne (Scott) Crook
Monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 MARVIN I WAS GLAD TO BE A CLASS MATE OF YOURS IN 1959. FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED,HUGS
LAVERNE
Amy Daniels
, TX Monday, February 27, 2012 All my love and prayers to Coach Marvin. I can't express the precious memories I have of his lessons, smiles, and dedication he gave to the yellow team. He taught me so much how to work hard, preserver, and to have fun!Beverly Knight Sullivan
Monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 Rena, my thoughts and prayers are with you.Sandi Eason Holbert
Stuttgart, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sandi Eason Holbert, Jake Eason & Kaylynn Eason Barrett.Yates Calhoun
Shreveport, LA Monday, February 27, 2012 Shelby and family, Anna called to tell me about Marvin.I am so sorry to hear it. Statia and I will be there
Tuesday.
Love 'CUZ'
Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God surround you with his love and give you comfort and peace. With sympathy and love, Janice Gladden McAllisterJames and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 William`s FamilyOur love and prayers
James and Kathy
David and Stacy Jordan
Conway, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time. Although our hearts are sad because we have lost a loved one, they are encouraged because we know with full assurance we will see him again someday. We love you all!Barbie
Monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 Rena,I am so sorry for the loss of your daddy. I am praying for Jesus' peace to fill the void.
Barbie
Mark & Meranda Cater
Monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 May the "God of all Comfort" comfort this precious family as we grieve the loss of a wonderful and loving husband,father, grandfather and "brother in Christ."I know Brother Marvin is rejoicing in Heaven today!
Mark, Meranda & Zach Cater
linda r.funderburg
monticello, AR Monday, February 27, 2012 thinking of you'll at this timeGod blessPAUL & MARY MCHAN
Columbia, TN Sunday, February 26, 2012 SHELBY AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL THAT GOD WILL COMFORT YOU.Sheila Gardner
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Marvin's passing. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.Patty Mitchell
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012Rena, I am so sorry to her about your Dads death. I always enjoyed Mr. Marvin so much....he was always fun to talk to and so full of life. You and your family are in my prayers, and I pray that you remember all the love your Dad had for his family. May God Bless You.
Trudy Jackson
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 Rena,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Trudy
Tommy and Diane Ferrell
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 Rena, Lin, and family, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Marvin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Denise Bates McClain
Star City, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 My deepest sympathy in the loss of Mr Marvin. May the good memories fill your grieving hearts.reg&verna conway
monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 Shelby so sorry to hear about Marvin . If you need us all you have to do is call Reg$Verna ConwayLisa (Murphree) Parks
Fayetteville, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 Lin,I love you and I am thinking of you and your family today. Your Dad was such a sweet, kind man and he passed those qualities on to you.
If there is anything I can do, let me know and I will see you soon my dear friend.
Lisa
Doug Knight
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012 Ms Shelby and family of Marvin Williams, I am saddened to hear that Mr Marvin has left this world to be with God. He was a long time friend and "mailman". I know he suffered for a long time, I am confident that he is with my Lord and Savior with a new body. I will continue to pray that God will watch over and comfort you.Pam and Dennis Gladden
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 26, 2012We are so sorry for the passing of Marvin. Your family
is in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort
you today.