Marvin Theil Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma was born November 4, 1929 in Blackfork, Arkansas to Cecil and Luie (Campbell) Morrison and went home to be with his Lord on March 5, 2024 in Heavener, Oklahoma at the age of 94.
He is survived by:
One daughter:
Brenda Higgins and husband Haskell of Howe, Oklahoma
Three sons:
Coy Morrison and wife Florine of Heavener, Oklahoma
Marty Morrison and wife Deana of Heavener, Oklahoma
Harvey Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
One brother:
James Morrison and wife Bobbie of the Hontubby Community
14 grandchildren:
Nick Higgins and wife Jennifer of Howe, Oklahoma
A.J. Higgins and wife Cheyanne of Howe, Oklahoma
Levi Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
Megan Close and husband Frank of Grove, Oklahoma
Dustin Smittle and wife Whitney of Poteau, Oklahoma
Blake Smittle of Poteau, Oklahoma
Johnny Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
Kari McGee and husband Bucky of Heavener, Oklahoma
Joshua Morrison and wife Amanda of Heavener, Oklahoma
Jess Morrison and wife Kristen of Heavener, Oklahoma
Chrystal Thompson and husband Benji of Heavener, Oklahoma
C.J. Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
Chloe Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
Cory Morrison of Heavener, Oklahoma
Several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of friends
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 73 years, Geneva (Brown) Morrison; two sisters; ten brothers; and a great-granddaughter, Bella Thompson.
Marvin was a life-long resident of area, a poultry grower, and spent most of his life working in timber. He was a deacon and a member of the Big Creek Baptist Church, where he taught the youth for many years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and lived life to the fullest. Marvin enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a veteran, where he served his country during the Korean Conflict. Marvin was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 8, 2024 at Big Creek Baptist Church in Heavener, Oklahoma with Brother Phillip Jones and Brother Mike Steelman officiating. Military honors will be provided by Poteau DAV Chapter #63. Burial will follow in Page Cemetery under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.
Pallbearers will be: His Grandsons
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Rick West, Joe Hickman, Derick Baker, and Aaron Alexander.
Viewing will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday and 9:00 a.m. until Noon, Friday. The family will visit with friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.
Visitation
Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel
Thursday, March 7, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
710 U.S. HWY 270
Heavener, OK 74937
Funeral Service
Big Creek Baptist Church
Friday, March 8, 2024
2:00 PM
51918 Haw Creek Road
Heavener, OK 74937