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Marvin Snorton Obituary

Marvin E. Snorton Hammond, IN Marvin E. Snorton, "Retired Mailman, Ice Cream Man, Hero", was born December 15, 1938 to Solomon Snorton and Thelma Lucille Armstrong Snorton in Crofton, KY. He departed this life Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at the age of 68. Marvin was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma L. Armstrong Snorton Smith; stepfather, Selma Smith; and stepmother, Emma Snorton. He attended and graduated from Hammond Technical High School where he held track records for many years. Marvin met and married Lucille Tarver in 1962 while serving in the U.S. Army and to this union was born two beautiful children. Marvin was always a "Hero" to his family, but he became a "Hero" to everyone after he was honored by the U.S. Postmaster General, Marvin Runyun, in Washington, D.C. for not taking off any sick days in his 40 plus years of service at the Hammond Post Office. Marvin will always be remembered and loved by his cherished wife, Lucille Snorton; beloved children: one daughter, Marva (Gary) Pearson of West Lafayette, IN, two sons: Mark (Katina) and Sean, both of Hammond, IN; loving father, Solomon Snorton of Crofton, KY; three devoted brothers: Earl Snorton of Crofton, KY, Kevin Smith of Kalamazoo, MI and Clayton (Diane) Smith of Merrillville, IN; three adored grandchildren: Mark Jr., Daniel Jr. and Madison; three step-grandchildren: Natasha, Lindsay and Devon; sister-in-law, Geneva (Al) Jackson of Chicago, IL; two brothers-in-law: Eddie (Linda) Tarver of Gary, IN and Ricky Tarver of Hammond, IN; special cousins: Barbara "Polly" (Dallas) Creighton and family; special godson, Derrick (Allison) Emery of Minneapolis, MN; longtime friend, Jerome La Broi of Gary, IN; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his New Community Church family. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 14, 2007 from 1:00-8:00 p.m.; family hour 6:00-8:00 p.m. with Homegoing Services on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Both services will be held from New Community Baptist Church, 5461 Calumet Ave., Hammond, IN. Rev. Patrick H. Gillis, Pastor, officiant. Interment Concordia Cemetery, Hammond, IN. Services entrusted to "The Caring Professionals" of Alpha Mortuary, 421 W. 5th Ave., Gary, IN (219) 882-8230.

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Published by The Times from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2007.

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Audrey Simpson

August 28, 2007

May God Bless and keep you during
these trying times.

Love
Audrey W Simpson

Barbara (Polly) Creighton

August 23, 2007

Remembering how we grew up as siblings, more than cousins. You in Ky. in the summers and later me up in IN with all of you, in the summers and other times. And when I got married &we finished our Army tour, we became neighbors for the next forty (40) years. So, we have never been far apart and we are not now for you will always be in my thoughts, heart and your family in my prayers.

Larry Hines, Jr.

August 17, 2007

He was a very inspirational leader to me...He was a very big part of my success in becoming an all-american and national champ in track....he made this very rare and special drink for me that had nothing but healthy ingredients(whey/honey/egg/and etc....it was not the delicious but it part a pap in my step that i carried over to track....he was a blessing in my life and i'm going to miss him dearly...his legacy as a husband/father/leader and friend...i'll miss you marv....L.Hines

Paul Walker

August 15, 2007

What a great friend Marvin has been to me and to the Walker family over the many, many years. May the LORD keep you in your time of bereavement. Continue to put him first and he will keep you all in perfect peace. We will keep all of you in our prayers. Paul & Jeanette Reed-Walker, and Spike.

Cherise Fordham

August 14, 2007

The Snorton Family, I was both shocked and sadden to hear that mr Snorton had passed. Mr snorton has been my neighbor for over thiry years. I will always remeber him as a very kind and gentel man with the brighest smile one could imagine. My thoughtsand prayers go out to you Lucille, Mark and Marva. If there is anything you need just let me know.

Eric Smith

August 13, 2007

To Mrs. Lucille Snorton and family:

Marvin was more than a friend to me. He was like an older brother that I never had. I loved him very much, and will miss him dearly! Having worked with him for over 30 years, it's hard to believe that he's gone. May God bless you and your family.

With deepest sympathy,

Eric and Sandra Smith

Phyllis smith

August 13, 2007

You will be deeply missed, and I am blessed to have know such a generous person like you.

Harrietta McChristian-Porter

August 13, 2007

Saying that "I know how you feel" does not ease the ache in your heart, only God can do that. And, I pray that He will do that for you and your family. One day at a time.

Ellen McAllister

August 13, 2007

I know Marvin from him being a customer & I went to school with his son Mark. I am so sorry & surprised to hear of his passing. I know he will be greatly missed as anyone can see from the many notes of care written in his memory. Your State Farm Family

Arnette Berber-Willis

August 13, 2007

To The Snorton Family

I was home in July, and as my twin sister and I was walking around Maywood Park (MLK Park) we pass your home and I ask her if the Snorton still live there; we talk about how kind you were, you will be truly miss.

May Jehovah God comfort all of you in your time of sadness.

Oscar Ramirez

August 13, 2007

To the family of Marvin Snorton.I am very saddened by the news that Marvin passed away..He was a good friend of mine ever since I worked with him at the Post Office.He was well liked. Had many,many friends and will be missed. Oscar Ramirez

MYRA HILDRETH

August 13, 2007

Marvin was truly a good person and I will miss him greatly. I've known Marvin for as long as I can remember, but in the last few years he became my buddy. He was always uplifting and had so many stories regarding his life experiences to tell. I will miss him greatly. He had a way of touching us all. To the family, may God bless and keep you all.

Robyn Harwell-Dix

August 13, 2007

I recently was reintroduced to Marvin through my aunt Myra by working with her at Efron. He remembered caring for my sister and me when we were little girls. His brother Earl was married to my aunt Retta years ago. He always had something funny & positive to say whenever we saw him. I feel blessed to have met him again, and will truly miss him. May God's peace continue to keep you all during this time of bereavement.

Dennis & Remell Harwell & Family

August 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lorie Dutton

August 13, 2007

To Gary & Marva Pearson & Snorton Family
We are sorry for the loss of your father, and will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Sincerely,

Lorie Dutton & Julie Woods
Pearson Cousins, Brookston, IN

Tom Martin

August 13, 2007

I am saddened and shock to receive news of my friend Marvin's passing. He has been a "hero" of mine since the day I entered Hammond Tech. Having met and and worked with him on the Hammond Tech Appreciation society for the past 11 years, I came to know and love him. I will miss him. His smile and laughter always lifted my spirits. What a kind and gentle soul. I am sorry for the loss to his family and the world at large.

Debi Buttram

August 12, 2007

To the Snorten family,
I knew Marvin thru my cousin, Tom Eads. Marv was such a joy to be around. He always had a smile and talked with such pride about his family. He was so proud of the Mr. Indiana contest.
May your memories of him remain in your hearts and souls forever!

THERESA HAWKINS-WILSON

August 12, 2007

marvin will be missed by all his postal brothers and sisters...i've known marvin all my life..when i started at the post office he took me under his wing...i learned a lot about the job from him....my son larry also misses him...marvin helped him to be all he could be during his track and football seasons at hammond high...we love you and will miss you

JaNel Andrews J.D.

August 12, 2007

May the LORD keep you in your time of bereavement. Continue to put him first and he will keep you all in perfect peace. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Angela Davis

August 12, 2007

God Bless The Snorton Family, you all are in my prayers.

Mary McCoy

August 12, 2007

I worked with Marvin at Bank Calumet for many years. You could not find a nicer person then Marvin. He would always talk about his family and how proud he was of them. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Larry Cohen

August 12, 2007

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

Dennis & Remell Harwell & Family

August 12, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

amanda smith

August 12, 2007

uncle marvin,

i miss you so much and you havent been gone that long...i wish i could of seen you before you left and i wish you could of seen kayla we love you very much and we know your in a better place.. even though i know you are looking down at your family...it's just not the same without you..and imma keep my promise to you have finish school and even though your gone imma still make you proud of me

love you and miss you
amanda and kayla

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