of Fort Smith, AR
March 6, 1929 - July 21, 2007
Marvin E. Gaston, Jr. of Fort Smith died Saturday, July 21, 2007 at Sparks Hospital. He was 78 years old and was born March 6, 1929 in Subiaco, AR. He was a retired coal miner and construction worker. He served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War and was a member of VFW Post 15004 of Charleston, AR. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin E. Gaston, Sr., his mother, Cora (Hill) Gaston and a brother, Dwain Pennington.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Gaston; daughter, Diana Martin; son, Lee Didway; grandchildren, Keven Sticher and Courtney Lincks; great-grandchild, Mason Sticher; sister, Pat Lee; brother, Woody Pennington; stepchildren: Rick Martin and Chris Martin and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Service was held Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Roller Funeral Home Chapel-Paris. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery-Paris. Pallbearers were: Keven Sticher, Mark McGinness, David Raible, Rick Martin, Bob Raible, Scott Lee and Brandon Lee. Honorary Pallbearers were: Bob Thomas, Joe Walker and Jim Martin.
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Susan Snyder
Monday, July 23, 2007
Marvin, you taught me courage in the face of adversity, you taught me stamina in the midst of weakness, I love you and Shirley. You will be missed my dear friend. Don't chase the angels around heaven to much and don't argue with God. Shirley, I love you and know you will make it though this difficult time. May God's loving arms surround you and give you comfort. You know Marvin's already in heaven telling some story and swearing it is true. I will see you soon my dear friend. All my love and prayers are with you. Susan
Harry and Sonja Fletcher
Monday, July 23, 2007
Pat and family, we were sad to hear of Marvin's death. You did not get to keep him nearly long enough. You will need to rely of all those memories to carry you through.
Kim and Chris Gant
Monday, July 23, 2007
Shirley, We are so sorry. We love you, Kim and Chris
Donald & Linda Lamb
Monday, July 23, 2007
"Marvelous Marv" you'll be missed by us all. Your smiling face will light up Heaven. God bless you and keep you until we meet again. Love You!!!