Marvin Lee Litzler

Marvin Lee Litzler, 70, went to be with his Lord on April 28, 2012 in Houston, after a long illness. He was born September 21, 1941 in Houston, TX, the youngest of three to Herman & Mary Litzler. He had a strong faith and faithfully served his country in the U.S. Navy for 6 years on the U.S. Howard D. Crow during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Marvin lived his life for others, he loved to cook dumplings and barbeque for family, friends in church and widows that were part of his church family. He was also a Houston Fire Fighter for 35 years; he was a Fire Fighter, Inspector & Dispatcher and retired as a Senior Dispatcher in 2000. Marvin enjoyed being in the country, always working on something and spending time with his family, teaching his grandchildren by example. Marvin was very humorous and witty; he and his wife Glynda loved to travel, and spent many years travelling with their children. He and Glynda were current members of Metropolitan Baptist. Through many years of illness he never complained and kept his sweet spirit and faith in God; still always thinking of others before himself. Marvin is preceded in death by his parents: Herman & Mary Litzler; brother, Weldon Litzler; sister, Reba Skinner. Left to cherish his memories: loving wife of 50 years, Glynda Litzler; sons: Michael, Ronald & wife Julie; daughter, Karen & husband Jarrett; grandchildren: Aaron & Tyler; along with numerous relatives and friends. Visitation will be Wed., May 2nd from 5-8pm at Brookside Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11am, Thurs., May 3rd at Brookside Grand Chapel. Interment will follow at a later date. Marvin, a generous, Godly man; had many friends from all walks of life. His family sincerely appreciates the many compassionate condolences and acts of kindness from all his friends and requests that any memorial be made to Youth Reach Houston, Inc. or The American Diabetes Association.