Marvin C. (Butch) Olive

One of Butch’s proudest accomplishments was graduating from the University of Tennessee in 1971. Earning his college degree was no small feat. While he was attending school, his devoted wife, Sue, remained in Baytown, Texas, working hard while raising their five-year-old child. Together, they made sacrifices that laid the foundation for the life they would build.

After graduating, Butch began his career with Leeway Motor Freight, where he worked for several years before purchasing an Exxon service station in Baytown. After owning and operating the station for five years, he began what would become a 23-year career with Mobay/Bayer Chemical in Baytown. He retired with a perfect attendance record—a reflection of the dedication, dependability, and work ethic that defined his life.

Butch devoted countless hours to coaching both of his children in sports. He was admired and respected by the many young athletes and families whose lives he impacted, leading several highly successful teams. His greatest lessons, however, extended far beyond the playing field. He taught hard work, integrity, teamwork, and perseverance.

As the years passed, that same passion for sports never faded. Butch became his granddaughters’ biggest fan, rarely missing a game, match, or competition. Whether they were on the field, or the court, he was always there cheering them on, celebrating their successes, and encouraging them through every challenge. They knew that no matter where they looked in the stands, Pawpaw would be there, proudly supporting them.

He loved the outdoors and embraced every opportunity to enjoy God’s creation. Whether he was camping, snow skiing, water skiing, hunting, or fishing, Butch was happiest outside. Of all his hobbies, hunting was his greatest passion. His favorite place in the world was deer camp, where he treasured the friendships, stories, laughter, and traditions shared with lifelong friends.

In 2010, Butch and Sue built their dream home on the Frio River in Leakey, Texas—a place created for family to gather, make memories, and enjoy time together. It became a special place that reflected what mattered most to him: family, and togetherness.

Butch was truly a jack of all trades. There wasn’t much he couldn’t build, repair, or figure out. Whether he was building a house from the ground up, rebuilding a car engine, or tackling another project, he approached every challenge with confidence and determination. And anyone who rode with Butch knows he never missed an opportunity to offer Sue a few “helpful” driving lessons—from the passenger seat, of course.

Above all else, Butch loved his family and his friends. His legacy is one of hard work, unwavering integrity, quiet strength, and unconditional love. He leaves behind countless memories that will continue to bring smiles, laughter, and gratitude to all who were blessed to know him.

Our family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has loved, supported, prayed for, and cared for Butch over the past several years. Your kindness has meant more to us than words can ever express, and we will be forever grateful.

Butch was preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Edelle Olive, and by his sister, Beverly McManus.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Sue Olive; son, Marvin Greg Olive; daughter, Melissa Sumrall and husband Todd; granddaughters, Stephanie Hayden and husband Bryan, Madalyn Going and husband Dalton, and Macy Sumrall; great-grandchildren, Kolton Hayden, Kolbie Hayden, Kodie Hayden, Remi Going, and Gates (Goose) Going.

Visitation will be held from 11 am to 12 pm, Monday, July 6, 2026, at Navarre Funeral Home Chapel, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, Texas 77521, with the funeral service to begin at 12pm. Committal will follow at Earthman Memory Gardens Cemetery in Baytown, Texas.

Honored to serve as Pallbearers: Larry (Bear) Gibson, Clay Tippett, Rex Faulk, Bryan Hayden, Macy Sumrall, Todd Sumrall, Dalton Going, and David Harris.