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Marvin Towler Obituary

Marvin Quincy Towler, 53, of Roanoke, Va., died on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 in Lewis Gale Medical Center, Salem. He was born April 16, 1956, in Martinsville, a son to Marvin C. Towler of Louisa, Va., and the late Ann Mae Pace. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Lee Towler; and stepmother, Mary Alice Kent Towler. Marvin served in the military as a Marine. Survivors include, in addition to his father, a son, Joshua Towler, of Roanoke; sister, Teresa Lynn Adkins, of Bassett; brother, Zachary R. Towler, in Kuwait; special friends, Josephine Crockett and Claris Towler, both of Roanoke; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. A memorial service has been scheduled for 2 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2009, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service with the Rev. Marvin C. Towler officiating. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Bassett Funeral Service.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 24 to Sep. 30, 2009.

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Joshua Towler

January 31, 2025

Miss you dad and I appreciate you always telling me to read the Bible. I miss you and wish you could see me now. I think you'd think I was an ok guy overall. I'm proud of you considering all you had to go through.Hope to you see againlove you

Zachary Towler

October 1, 2009

Quincy - There is not a day that passes that we both will not forget; the day before Thanksgiving 2008! The Four of Us with God Sharing our Love, Togetherness, and Memories of Precious Time. We communicated and Spoke Greatness of Our Families, Friends, and Loved Ones, and Prayed for Peace and Love for Mankind. " Everyone was Present, and Realistic in Your, and Our Hearts." Quincy, You stated: "Everyday is Thanksgiving, and Christmas..." Oh- What a Honor and Blessing it has been to have you as my Brother, Friend, and Hero! I'll See You in Heaven... " The Death of People whom we Love, brings Sorrow and Deep Pain; but if Our Loved Ones know the Lord, Our Loss becomes their Gain."
Zachary R. Towler in Kuwait...

Carie Burns

September 30, 2009

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. You will be greatly missed Uncle Marvin.

Maurice and Sharon

September 27, 2009

To The Towler Family:
Sorry to hear about the passing of Marvin. We got to know Marvin from the VA Hopsital and as a neighbor. He was a very good hearted person. And always ready to help others when he could. Our Prayers are with you at this sad time and We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless You All!

TARIQ RASHAD

September 24, 2009

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. MARVIN AND I WENT THROUGH A COUPLE PROGRAMS TOGETHER HERE AT THE SALEM VA. HE WAS ALWAYS VERY THOUGHTFULL AND ENGAGING. GOD BLESS HIM. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS SAD TIME.

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