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Marvell Prince Obituary

Marvell Prince

Battle Creek

Marvell Prince, age 82, died Saturday February 15, 2014 at his home.  Marvell was born January 10, 1932 in Toomsuba, Mississippi to Ernest and Hattie (Parker) Prince and came to Battle Creek with his family in 1951.  Marvell served in the Korean War with the US Army.  He had been employed by the Veterans Administration Medical Center of Battle Creek, for 32 years, retiring in 1980.  Marvell was a devote member and Elder of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses on Morgan Rd until his health failed.  He enjoyed gardening with his wife as long as his health allowed. He loved  Bible study, watching old western movies and was known for his great sense of humor. 

Marvell was a devoted family man  and  is survived by his wife of 58 years, the former Ella Smith, a daughter, Vera Prince, a son, Dennis Prince, both of Battle Creek, sister, Ella Rose Stuart of Los Angeles, CA and a host of nieces and nephews.  Marvell was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Clarice Chappell, Bessie Lofton, Minnie Walker, Kathleen Miller, Leola Lee, and Corine Johnson, brothers, Robert Prince, Tevester Prince, and Bobby Lee Prince. 

The family will receive friends from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m.Tuesday at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, 223 N. Bedford Rd.  Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Please visit Marvell's webpage at www.bachmanhebble.com

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Feb. 18, 2014.
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I had not seen my uncle for several years, but he and all of you were and still are in constant prayer. Uncle Marvell was very funny. He had a captivating smile and had no problem telling you just how he felt. He loved gardening and I don't mean flowers. I once told him I loved to garden and he asked what kind of plants did I grow. When I started mentioning flowering plants, he told me "if you can't eat what you grow, that is not gardening." (smile) May you be at peace knowing how much he was loved.

Dianne Miller Adamore

February 26, 2014

Sorry for your lost. My blessing go to you during this time.

Allen Walker

February 22, 2014

My sympathy goes to my cousins. Wishing you well during this tough time.

Gloria Walker

February 22, 2014

Vera and Dennis our hearts go out to you and family in your time of loss peace be with you and your family always.
Dock D. Davis and Family

Dock D. Davis

February 20, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Regina Lane

February 20, 2014

Dennis, Vera and Ella Ruth: I have known you all for such a long time. I have very fond memories of you all. The obituary was right, Marvell had a good sense of humor. I can remember WAY back, to us being in Glenn Nunnally's book study and me begging to hold Vera. My heart goes out to each of you and the rest of your cousins and other family members. You have an awesome family and I love you all.
remember, the Bible does not say we are not and should not grieve, it simply states we won't grieve like a person would that has no hope. Embrace each other, share the fun memories you have growing up on Thorne Street and the loving father and mother Jehovah blessed you with.

Gean (McNichols) White

February 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Denise Salters Smith

February 18, 2014

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