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Marvin Stump Obituary

Marvin William Stump, Jr.

Delta Twp.

Age 84, our loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called home to his Lord on September 27, 2014.  Born June 5, 1930 in Lansing, MI.  Marvin was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving during the Korean War. He retired as Captain after 28 years with the Lansing Fire Department.  He was a member of St. Gerard Church, Moose, Elks, Eagles #1039, V.F.W. #701, and Downtown Coaches Club.  He was an avid sportsman,and loved fishing, boating, being a M.S.U. fan, holding season tickets for football. For many years, he wintered in Florida.

Surviving are his daughter, Nancy (Mark) House; 2 sons, James Stump, and Timothy (Paulette) Stump; step-daughter, Cynthia Gaskin; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Robert Stump; special friend, Jan Hafely; and many friends.  Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Sr. & Marcia (Crell) Stump; step-mother, LaVern Stump; step-son, Marcus Gaskin.

Visitation is from  2-4, 6-8 P.M. Wednesday with a 7:00 P.M. Rosary  in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing.    Funeral Liturgy is 10:30 A.M. Thursday, October 2, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow, Lansing with Fr. John P. Klein presiding.  Viewing will be from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Thursday at church.   Rite of committal Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.  Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, St. Gerard Church, or the Downtown Coaches Club in memory of Marvin.    Friends may visit the guest book at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 28, 2014.

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October 2, 2014

I always enjoyed being around Marv and talking with him. He simply was a straight up good person. My best to his family. Marv you will be missed. God Bless. Gary Chapman Mecosta, Michigan

Terry Nadeau

October 1, 2014

Marv you will be missed. My first day you were my engineer, my first fire. A GOOD FRIEND

Alexis Watts

September 29, 2014

One of a kind man!!! One of the best to walk this Earth!!! My beloved grandpa may God rest your soul!!! I love you more than words can explain!!! God called you home to be with him and the angels. You will be in my heart and thoughts everyday!!! You'll always be loved and truly missed to pieces!!!! RIP Gramp!!! I love you with all my heart and soul!!!! <3 <3 <3

BOB NALETT

September 29, 2014

GOD BLESS BOB NALETT

Carole Kovac

September 28, 2014

We are very sorry to hear of Marv's passing. He was one of favorite regulars at our Diner (Mijo's) on Sundays. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Carole and David DeMarco and Tony Kovac

September 28, 2014

James, we are so sorry for your loss! Keep your memories close! Mike and Vicki Monroe. (Jeff Fees sister!)

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