of Marshall, AR
June 25, 1930 - April 6, 2024
Marvin Reid Estes, age 93, of Marshall, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on April 6th, 2024. He was born in Statesville, North Carolina on June 25th, 1930 to Ernest Lee Estes and Lottie Eugenia Messick Estes. He was married to his loving wife, Mary Lou Newell Estes for 71 years.
Marvin served in the United States Navy as an electrician from 1951 to 1954 during the Korean War aboard the USS Hamner. After his military service he joined an elevator company working as a mechanic in Asheville, North Carolina. Later he moved to Williamsport, Pennsylvania and started his own elevator company. In 1983, Marvin and Mary homesteaded 40 acres in Searcy County, Arkansas. They enjoyed building their new home, working the land and raising animals/livestock. Marvin was a deacon and member of several Southern Baptist Churches over the years. Marvin and Mary took several missionary trips, building and remodeling churches with the Rock Builders ministry. Marvin was on the committee to establish Boston Mountain Rural Health clinics. He also helped to establish the Searcy County Airport. Later in life he enjoyed his time with his family and friends. He loved spending his days with his grandkids, talking to them about Jesus. He read the Christmas Story every year and showed Jesus in everything he did.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Lottie Estes; five brothers; one sister; one son and one daughter-in-law.
Family left to cherish his memory are his wife, Mary Lou Estes; five sons, Alan Estes, Donnie Estes, Dale Estes, Glenn Estes (Wanda) and Roger Estes (Paula); one brother, Herman Estes; nineteen grandchildren; twenty-three great grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren.
Graveside services for Marvin will be 10:00 AM Thursday, April 11th, 2024 at Watts/Jennings Cemetery near Leslie, Arkansas with Bro. Mack Litaker and Bro. Chris Reade officiating. Bearers will be John Estes, Rodney Bradford, Shane Estes, Justin Murphree, Ben Felton and David Applegate. Honorary bearers will be George Sinclair, David Efaw and Mike Banks. A Memorial service honoring Marvin's life will be held at Immanuel Baptist Church, 498 AR 16 East in Clinton, Arkansas on Saturday, April 20th, 2024 at 2:00 PM.
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17 Condolence(s)
Steve Parham
Thursday, April 11, 2024
So very sorry for your loss! Praying for the family!
Glenn Estes
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
So sorry I had to cut my trip short to see my dad for the last time on this earth,I'm so blessed to have him as my father,he believed in the bible ànd had a close relationship with our lord.He will be dearly missed by those around him,family was very important to him besides being saved and a Christian
Sid and Lea Ann Lowranve
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
It was joy working with Marvin on some of his farm practices.. He was a very soft spoken man but his words were true.
James and Gayle Tilley
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
To the Estes family, you have our deepest condolences during this time of the loss of your loved one. Prayers for peace and comfort
D. L. & Peggy Adams
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Marvin was a good Christian man. I know he will be missed by his family and friends. Family we are thinking of you in prayer and with sympathy.
Bethel Massey
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
To the family,
I’m so sorry for your loss..Marvin was a
Good neighbor and friend..
Praying for comfort and strength
during this most difficult time.
Amanda
Monday, April 8, 2024
So sorry for ur loss praying for your family
Johnny Loretta Horton
Monday, April 8, 2024
Prayers for all your family He was a good neighbor and a fine man
Brenda Lewis
Monday, April 8, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss. Marvin was a Christian to all who knew him, but we will see him again.
Kenneth Murph
Monday, April 8, 2024
My Great Uncle Marvin was an amazing and caring man, as much as the rest of his family! I miss his smile and loving nature. I love you and miss you Uncle Marvin!
Mary & Larry Castleman
Monday, April 8, 2024
Mary and family we are saddened to hear about Marvin passing. Mary I pray for peace and comfort for you and all of your family. Your used to neighbors and your friends from Red Hill. God bless you. Mary and Larry Castleman
James and Leada Horton
Monday, April 8, 2024
Mary and family,
You know Marvin was always my buddy, whether at the church, bank or walking miles at the community center. He was a wonderful man. We send you our love and prayers. God bless you all.
Roger and Angie Johnson
Monday, April 8, 2024
We are so sorry for the loss of Marvin. He was a wonderful Christian man. We will be in prayer for your family during this difficult time.
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Monday, April 8, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Marvin’s passing. Enjoyed talking with him and Mary when they visited the Searcy County Senior Center.
Patsy Ward
Monday, April 8, 2024
So sorry for your loss, may God give you peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
Barbara Smith
Monday, April 8, 2024
Mary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you during this most difficult time. May God Bless each one of you.
Don Clifton
Monday, April 8, 2024
I'm thinking about your family. I'm so sorry for Marvin's passing. Don Clifton