Sarge was born in St. Petersburg, Florida and had previously lived in Fargo, North Dakota before moving to the Treasure Coast area in 1993.
Throughout his younger years, Sarge attended Gibbs Sr. High School in St. Petersburg, FL where he received many leadership and scholastic achievements. Sarge was an exceptional symphonic cello player and was invited to play in the Florida Symphony in Washington DC. He was also a regular honor roll student and was an inducted member of the National Honor Society. Sarge was President of the Student Congress for two consecutive years; as well as President of the Math Club, and the Esquire Club, which because of Sarge was featured on the Dick Clark Show. In June of 1966, Sarge graduated with top honors and enlisted in the USAF on February 17, 1967.
While serving in the military, Sarge was a bartender, pilot, and professional military educator. He travelled across the world to over 23 different countries, spending nearly 10 years combined overseas. Education was highly valued in his life, as he continued to attend college while on Active Duty. Sarge attended California State University, San Jose State University and North Dakota State University. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Education as well as a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Management.
After retiring from the USAF on April 1, 1990, Sarge returned to the Florida Gulf Coast where he met and wed his wife of 22 years, Crystal Jshombach. He relocated his new family to Fargo, ND for 2 years before being offered the Instructor Position for the brand new AFJROTC Program at Martin County High School in Stuart, Florida.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Crystal D. Jshombach of Port St. Lucie, FL; daughter, Letrice Eldon (Henry) of Bradenton, FL; daughter, Shacarol Matthews (Stephen) of San Francisco, CA; son, Marvin Jones, Jr. of Port St. Lucie, FL; son, Sirbyron Johnson of St. Petersburg, FL; sister, Temple Etheridge of St. Petersburg, FL; ten grandchildren, Marvin III, Tarik, Zhané, Tanasia, Trynyti, Jalanee, Eric, Toýrian, Stassia, Malaea, as well as his expected granddaughter, Ava Rose; nephews, Eugene, John and Walter; close friend, Carl Williams.
Sarge was predeceased by his brothers, Bill and Curtis Johnson.
In lieu of flowers, scholarship donations can be sent to his wife, Crystal Jshombach until the College Scholarship fund can be opened in Sarge’s name.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM at the Grace Place in Stuart, FL.
Online condolences may be made to Sarge’s family at www.aycockfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements are entrusted to Aycock Funeral Home, Stuart, FL.
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