If someone asked “what is your idea of the perfect human being?” we would speak of the one and only “Starvin” Marvin. During the quiet hours of December 29th, 2022 Marvin Ray Reich, of rural Posey County, left this earth just shy of his 70th birthday. He went in peace, with the love of his life of 45 years by his side.
Marvin lived the most beautiful life. A life well lived, he was respected and loved by all who knew him. The simple things in life brought great joy to Marvin. He enjoyed mowing his property, doing home projects, hunting, fishing, and working on his antique tractors. A man of integrity, Marvin took great pride in everything that he did. He worked over 50 years as a heavy equipment operator in demolition and excavation for Crowe Wrecking Company, O’Risky Excavating and William McCullough Excavating.
While you are leaving huge holes in our hearts, we know that over time, they will be filled with memories to take us through our moments of heartache. “Grief never ends but it changes. It is a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness nor a lack of faith, it is the price of love.”
He was preceded in death by his father, Martin Reich, his mother, Dora TeVault, sisters, Jennifer Crowe and Lynn Arrigo.
Marvin is survived by his wife, Debbie, two adoring daughters, Jenny Devine (Brandon), Audrey Johnson (Terry). Five beautiful grandchildren, Hudson Johnson, Amelia Johnson, Oliver Devine, Parker Johnson, and Walker Johnson. His siblings, Sandy Marsh (Eddie), Timothy Reich (Melvia), Charlotte Reich, Keith Reich (Tina), brother-in-law, Jim Crowe, many nieces and nephews, as well as numerous friends and relatives.
Services at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Pastor Terry Gamblin, with burial at Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Alexander West Chapel.
Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.
