Marvin Young Self

Marvin was born in Richmond, the son of Samuel and Florence Self. He grew up in Ferry Farm and attended Stafford High School and James Monroe High School.He attended Virginia Tech and was a proud member of the Highty-Tighties Regimental Marching Band.

He served in the U. S. Army 101st Airborne Division attaining the rank of Captain. His service included a tour in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive, and a tour in demilitarized South Korea. Following the military, he graduated from the University of Tennessee, and later, earned an MBA from the University of Mary Washington.

Marvin loved to build things and spent most of his years in the construction industry, either building or planning or selling. He was a history buff and especially enjoyed the Revolutionary and Civil War history of this area.

Marvin very much enjoyed being home with his family and being close to his son and son’s wonderful family. He loved to tell stories and had a great, subtle wit. Fall brought his favorite time of year: College Football. Go Hokies! A close second was late summer for the Little League World Series.

Marvin is survived by his wife, Barbara, his son Nathan (Jessica) and two grandsons of Fredericksburg, and his brother, Sam (Judy) of Gore, VA. He was predeceased by his sister, Rebecca.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank or the Tunnels to Towers Foundation.

Visitation will be held at Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, 1621 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, US, on October 22, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, followed by a Celebration of Life at the same location on October 22, 2026, beginning at 2:00 pm.