Cosby, Marva J.

departed this earthly life on Friday, February 9, 2024. Marva was born in Muncie, IN on May 25, 1949, the second oldest child of Joseph and Margie Richardson. After graduation from Muncie Central High School, Marva furthered her studies by receiving a bachelor's at Ball State University and an MBA from Antioch University. She was a Human Resource Management Executive and following a career at Kodak, continued sharing her expertise through Cosby Consulting Group, LLC.

Serving, giving, and connecting were always high on Marva's life agenda. She was a 1996 Leadership Dayton graduate and was recognized in 2012 as a member of Dayton Daily News' Top 10 Women. Throughout her career, she served on the Board of Trustees for Sinclair Community College, The Dayton Foundation, Antioch Midwest University, Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley, Premier Health, and many others. If you knew Marva, you knew that she loved golf, and served in leadership positions for the Madden Women's Association, Fairway Golf Club, and LPGA Amateurs Dayton (OH) chapter.

Marva was a Diamond Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a public service organization and The Links, Inc. Marva loved her sisters and the special bonds they shared.

Marva was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Richardson and Margie Harriet Richardson, brother Johnnie Earl Johnson, sister and brother-in-law Bonita and Carver Cook; niece Christine Cook and aunts Pearl Watson and Viola Richardson. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Larry Cosby, her son, Anthoni O'Niel, brother, DeWayne Richardson; beloved nieces Dione, Melanie and Kim Cook of Dayton; Deva Dube of Illinois, Jerisa Maseko of New Jersey; YoVonda, Kenyatta and Natasha Johnson of Arizona; in-laws Robert and Essie Phillips; bonus children Lareva, Cornell and Darnell Cosby, and special friend, Arglova Hawkins.

A celebration of life will be held at Christian Life Center, 3489 Little York Road Door 3, Dayton, OH, Saturday, February 17, 2024. The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Omega Omega Service and the Memorial Service for Links of the Links, Incorporated will be at 9:00 a.m., Family visitation is from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Fellowship and a light repast will follow the service with a private interment at Woodland Cemetery.

Donations in Marva's memory can be made to The Dayton Foundation 1401 S. Main Street, STE 100, Dayton, OH 45409, indicating The Marva Cosby Charitable Fund #2333 in the memo line.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Feb. 14, 2024.

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Kathleen Carlson

February 18, 2024

Marva was a quiet force. She was a thoughtful board member, a keen listener with interesting perspectives to add. I enjoyed serving with her. I will miss her.

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Diane Nash / Fabulous 5

February 17, 2024

Marva was a beautiful person inside and out I will miss running into her at many of the annual events we both attended, or just sharing funny and loving Fab 5 stories on a text or phone call. It was an Honor and a Privilege to know her. Marva you will be missed!

Gloria H.

February 15, 2024

Marva was a beautiful soul that walked through this beautiful world. She was always positive and she always stay calm no matter what.She was a good friend to my Aunt. She would give good advice, to all of us. She always had a beautiful home.Rest in Heaven Sister Marva ....... From Gloria H.

Joanne Duda

February 15, 2024

I´ve known Marva for many years primarily through playing golf and working with her on the MVGA course rating team. But she also introduced me to the Dayton Early College Academy (DECA), one of the many community organizations she served so well. I will remember Marva for her great personality, leadership, genuine kindness and fun times on the golf course . She will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to her family.

Melanie Markunes

February 15, 2024

Marva was in Mary´s Bible class at Christian Life Center on Friday mornings. Such a sweet, positive, gentle woman of God!! We love her and will miss her!!
Our class will be donating to the Dayton Foundation in memory of her. A member, Melanie , will submit that for our group. We have been so blessed to have known Marva!!

Joyce Cantrell

February 15, 2024

Marva and I played golf together at Meadowbrook Country Club years ago. We always had a good time no matter our scores. She had a great sense of humor and a wonderful personality. I´m sure she will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to her family. Rest in peace dear lady!

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Julius Binkis

February 15, 2024

Marva had an impact on my career at Kodak. I will always remember her good cheer, sense of duty, and good counsel. My condolences to her family and loved ones.

CHERYL (GREGORY) WILLIAMS

February 14, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

CHERYL (GREGORY) WILLIAMS

February 14, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Carla Stanaford

February 14, 2024

Marva and I worked together for many years. What a great leader and so nice to work with. I remember she was always smiling. I know she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. My sincere condolences to her family and loved ones.

Bill Groves

February 14, 2024

I got to know Marva as a member of the board of directors of Antioch University, which has campuses in many states across the country. She had previously been on the Midwest campus advisory board here in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Marva was an amazing champion for the University and for its mission of educating for social, racial, environmental and economic justice. She will be deeply missed. Our sympathy goes out to her husband, Larry, her son, Anthoni, her extended family, and her many friends.

Pam and Roger Heil

February 14, 2024

Marva was a lovely neighbor and a great friend. We met at the fence many times to chat and share goodies from the garden. Her presence at our New Year's Eve gathering always added lots of fun and sparkle to the evening.

Homi & Holly Shamir

February 13, 2024

Marva made a big impact on our lives professionally & personally. She will be greatly missed.
Homi remembers the first time he met Marva in the old Kodak building her laugh & smile lite up the room. This memory of Marva had remained with me all these years. He was a wonderful woman & top notch leader.

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