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Marvin Crothers Obituary
He was born July 17, 1935, in Hanover, Mass., a son of Donald A. and Adeline (Bax) Crothers.
Marvin served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War in Greenland and the Bahamas. He was a member of the South Berwick-Wells Christian Church. He had been employed as a Marine Painter at the former Dion's Yacht Yard in Kittery for 36 years, retiring in 2003.
Marvin was predeceased by a brother, Allan G. Crothers.
Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Joan (Ovaska) Crothers of South Berwick; five daughters, Linda and Jerry Bernard of Randolph, Mass., Sharon and Ed Gann of Portland, Ore., Diana and Pastor Charles Jepson, Laura and Roy Merrill and Jennifer Crothers, all of South Berwick; two sons, Mark and Debbie Crothers of Hanson, Mass., and John and Susan Crothers of Eliot, Maine; a sister, Marjorie and Walter Noland of Brockton, Mass.; brother, Kenneth and Geraldine Crothers of Whitman, Mass.; 20 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
At his request, a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market St., North Berwick, Maine.
Visit the online guest book at www.fosters.com/obits
Memories and Condolences
for Marvin Crothers
14 Entries
David Webb
August 26, 2008
Joan and family,
We are thankful for the opportunity we have had to know you and minister to you.We are sorry for your loss,but we are praying for you and know that Marvin is in the presence of the Lord where there is fulness of joy.
Dave and Debbie Webb
Jim and Dora Moneghan
August 12, 2008
Dear Joan,
We are truly sorry to hear of Marvin's passing. From your correspondence with us, we know it has been a struggle for both of you. But now he is at peace.
Take comfort from your family and friends, and please let us know if there is anything that we can help you with in the days ahead.
Our love and prayers to you.
Jim and Dora
JR and Pam Wheeler
August 11, 2008
Joan,
We have not met you yet, but we sure have enjoyed all the stories Sharon and her family share with us about her time with you and your family. Our prayers are that your memories will be refreshing and your promise of the coming reunion comforting.
Lila Allard
August 11, 2008
Dear Aunt Joan, Sharon, Diane, and John. My prayers go out to all of you as well as the rest of Uncle Marvins family that I never knew....
I know on the family site there is a picture of Uncle Marvin sitting at a kitchen table and that that is how I see him in my mind. I don't know why he always seemed "too important" to bother! I told him once how I had the memory of seeing him working at an art or drafting table, flannel shirt,..and that I imagined people like Hemmingway must look something like that...(don't know why!?)..But he told me..."hold on to that image!" And I do!! John, Diane, and Sharon..only you three of Uncle Marvins kids can I remember, having spent time up in Maine on a couple summer visits..playing, building puzzles, and Uncle Marvin showing us the "new property" standing in a field with a beautiful view! That is enough..
Carolyn Washburn
August 6, 2008
Joan, I do so wish I could be with you at this sad time in your life. I remember all the good times we had when we were young and know there is more to come.May your family and your faith keep you strong,love Carolyn
Steve & Ann Liday
August 5, 2008
Joan & Sharon:
Our prayers are with you during this time of loss. We know that God will be especially close and bring comfort as only our Heavenly Father can do.
Doug & Diane Crosby
August 4, 2008
Joan, Sharon and family,
We are sorry to hear of Marvin's passing but are grateful he is in a better place. Blessings on you all in this difficult time.
~ The Crosby Family
Ed Gann
August 4, 2008
Joan, it is our loss, but in Christ it is his gain (Phil 1:21) We grieve with you, and you are in our prayers.
Ed and the boys
Barry & Jean LaDuke
August 4, 2008
Joan and Sharon:
Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May you know that the tears you shed are testimony to the impact of Marvin's life on yours - shed them freely.
Lisa and Richard Dawes
August 4, 2008
Sharon -
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! We hope your time in Maine will a sweet time together as a family and God will wrap His arms around each one of you.
RICK & BONNIE TAYLOR
August 4, 2008
Sharon...So sorry to hear your father passed away. What a blessing that you could be their with your mother and family. You are in our prayers.
Bill & Denise Schmidt
August 4, 2008
Sharon,
Denise and I are praying for you and your family.
Love,
The Schmidts
Joyce Cordaro
August 2, 2008
Laura,
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My sincere condolences to the family.
Sara (Breton)Perkins
August 1, 2008
John,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You'll be in my prayers. Take care, Sara
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