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Marvin Setzer Obituary
Marvin D. Setzer
After serving in the Navy during WWII, he married Mary Ann Dovey on May 30, 1952. Together they raised four children, living in the Spokane area before moving to Snohomish in 1968. Marvin worked as a barber for many years. He then worked for the Snohomish School District, and they moved to Camano Island when he retired in 1988.
Marvin enjoyed working with his hands; his garage was his hardware store, filled with hundreds of items. He created many useful inventions and ingenious household gadgets. A dedicated husband and loving father, he was loved by his grandchildren and will be missed by all.
Marvin leaves behind Mary Ann, his wife of nearly 60 years; sons, Michael (Hope) and Brian (Lisa) of Snohomish; daughters Cathy Schultz (Jerry) of Puyallup, WA and Ilene Pederslie (Brian) of Snohomish; 21 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service and reception will be held at noon on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 26900 78th Ave NW, Stanwood.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marvin Setzer
5 Entries
Connie Henderson
January 27, 2012
My mother and I offer our condolences to the Setzer family.
Colleen Goshorn
January 25, 2012
Mike and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you very much.
Kari Hoffman
January 24, 2012
Grandpa, you were loved by many. You always brought a smile to our faces, and our memories of you will continue to do so forever.
Mick Weed
January 23, 2012
My condolences to all of the Setzer family. Your dad was a great man and I have many fond memories of him while visiting with Brian while we were still in school. I can almost still hear him yodeling. All my love and prayers for Christ's peace - Mick Weed
Jack and Nancy Salvadalena
January 22, 2012
Peace and love to all of Marvin's family and friends as we mourn his passing and celebrate his life.
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