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Clifford Marvin Obituary
An educator, historian and management professional, he was born on Aug. 4, 1939, in Bridgeport. He grew up in Bridgeport and graduated from Fairfield University with a bachelor of arts degree and a master's in education administration.
Prior to moving to Black Point in Niantic, he resided with his family in Newington for 30 years. He was the son of the late Clifford and Mary (Lukac) Marvin. A descendant of Hartford's first settler, Cliff was passionate about genealogy, politics and American history.
He is survived by Karen (Becker) Marvin, his loving and devoted wife; four children and their spouses, Mary Elizabeth and Matthew Peterson of Ridgefield, Sarah Marvin, Cliff and Tara Marvin all of Norwich and Philip Marvin of Middletown. He was the beloved "Grampa" and "Babba" to four grandchildren, Tess and Cole Peterson and Wyatt and Clara Marvin. His extended family included many loving aunts, cousins and friends.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, Haigh Avenue, Niantic. Burial will be private. Calling hours are Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic.
Donations in his name may be made to Habitat for Humanity.
For directions or to send an online condolence, please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Clifford Marvin
January 1, 2007
Dear Karen and Family: My sincerest sympathy for your loss. Just found out today. So sorry. Pat Pandiscia and Family
Marcia Heyman
November 7, 2006
Dear Mary,
We were so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Marcia and Allen
November 7, 2006
We were sorry to hear of your loss, Mary Elizabeth. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Marvin and Jo Anne McIntyre
Tara Zier
November 7, 2006
Dear Mary,
We were so sad to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love, Tara and Dave
Patricia Riordan Brown "65
November 6, 2006
I had Mr. Marvin as a religion teacher at NWC. It was my junior year and he was terrific. For the first time, I laughed and enjoyed this class. I know he made many students happy at NWC.
Jessica McIntyre
November 6, 2006
Dear Mary Elizabeth and Matthew,
We were so sad to hear about your dad. He was such a nice man and what a beautiful smile he always had on his face! We are thinking about you during this very difficult time. Love to your family. All our love, Jessica and Jamie
Marie Michalman
November 4, 2006
Dear Karen and Family,
We were saddened to read of Cliff's passing. The many memories of laughs, jokes, family events are treasures that are cherished for a lifetime. We send our prayers and sympathy at this difficult time. Fondly, The Michalmans, (Jim, Marie
John, Chris, Anne and Scott and their families)
November 3, 2006
To our extended family,
It saddened our hearts to see Cliff and all of you go through so much pain and suffering thought this past year. Cliff was one of those guys you never forget and will stay in our hearts and prayers. He was gifted with the great sense of humor and used it to keep us laughing and on our toes especially when it came to politics. May he be at peace now as the angels of God came and took him to his final resting place. We will have you all in our prayers.
Cheryl & Dennis Dowd and family
Kathleen Sullivan-Frawley
November 3, 2006
Dear Karen, So very sorry for your loss. I worked with your husband many years ago at Aetna and have wonderful, fond memories. God bless you and your family.
Thomas C McKone III
November 3, 2006
Mr Marvin was my Cross Country Coach at Nortwest Catholic . What fond memories of true laugh fest. May he rest in peace.
Andrea Sena
November 2, 2006
Dear Phil,
We were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May your fond memories get you through this most difficult time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Andrea and Tony Sena
November 2, 2006
Dearest Karen,
We were so sorry to hear of Cliff's passing, so soon. You and your family are in our prayers. We loved Cliff alot and will miss him. Know that our family is thinking of you in your time of sorrow and pray for Christs peace to comfort you. Love, Glenna and Dick
May he rest in peace.
Melissa Hurd
November 2, 2006
The memories of his laugh, humor, wit, strength, love, intelligence and love of fruit (as long as it was baked in a pie) will always be in my heart. Tonight I raise a glass of cherry jobbers to a great man and his loving family. All my prayers are with you today and always.
Rob and Tina Mangiafico
November 2, 2006
Dear Mrs. Marvin,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Memories of Mr. Marvin will be forever in our minds. You are in our prayers throughout this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Rob and Tina Mangiafico
Keith Sexton-Patrick
November 2, 2006
Cliff and family. Please know that Linda and I are thinking of you.
Karen Starkowski
November 2, 2006
Karen and Family,
So sorry to read about Cliff's passing today in the paper.May you find comfort in your fondest memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love,
Mike and Karen
Amanda Pruett
November 2, 2006
Looking at Mr. Marvin's picture this morning, I was reminded of what a wonderful smile and sense of humor he had. I will always have fond memories of his jokes and his kindness. My thoughts, love and prayers go out to all of you.
Love, Amanda
Kelly Mason
November 2, 2006
Cliff, Tara and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Dave Pruett
November 2, 2006
Phil & Family - Words cannot even come close to expressing our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad. May your wonderful memories of him and your knowing that you were a wonderful son to him give you some form of comfort during this difficult time. May you also take comfort in knowing that you have a multitude of friends who love you very much and are here for you (and that most definitely includes us!).
Athena Cone
November 2, 2006
We will miss his wry sense of humor. Don and Athena
Alan and Meredith Hager
November 1, 2006
Many, many fond memories that scan forty years! We both are thinking of all of you and wish we were closer, so we could lend a helping hand at this time. Will be in touch at a later time.
Love, Meredith and Alan
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