of Memphis, TN
November 20, 1930 - November 30, 2019
Marvin Loyed Demuth was called home to be with his Savior on November 30, 2019. He was born on November 20, 1930, in Memphis, Tennessee to Orville Michael and Verdie Cruse Demuth.
Marvin attended the University of Arkansas where he met and married the love of his life, Donna Hudson in August of 1951. He served in the United States Air Force from 1952 through 1954; retiring with the rank of First Lieutenant. Marvin excelled in his career as a special representative of Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland, where he was elected as vice-president in 1986. Over the years Marvin held many positions of leadership and service in his church, First Presbyterian Church of West Memphis.
Marvin had a servant's heart, very generous, kind to all, a true "southern gentleman.". After his retirement in 1993 until the time of his passing, Marvin joined efforts with The World Christian Relief Fund in the Haitian clean water well project. To this end, his most important contribution was in developing a communications system reaching remote areas.
Everything Marvin took on he did to the utmost and completely. This extended to his passion for his hobby of photography. Amassing a portfolio of over 4000 photographs, he generously gifted a collection of 400-500 historically significant negatives and prints to the University of Arkansas.
Marvin is survived by, his wife of 68 years, Donna Demuth; his two daughters, Diane Lewis (John) and Karen Hill; five grandchildren, Casey Lewis Smith, Mark Elliot Lewis, Justin Jennings Hill, Gloria Denise Hill and Joy Marie Hill, as well as six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, David Demuth.
Memorials may be made to: First Presbyterian Church of West Memphis, 315 N. Missouri St., West Memphis, AR 72301.
Visitation will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 315 N. Missouri N Street, West Memphis, AR, on December 3, 2019, at 10am with the funeral service starting at 11am. Interment will follow at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas.
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13 Condolence(s)
Jean Williams
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss ! Marvin was a great friend to Keith & Katherine & me & Danielle. We loved seeing his posts, Danielle & I will miss him, but I know he has friends & family who are happy to see him again. I love y'all Jeannie kennedy williams
Helen Weis
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family. Marvin and you were so good to my children as they grew up on Roosevelt street. We have such wonderful memories. Helen Weis and family.
Catherine & Ellis Johnston
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
To the Demuth Family: Mr. Demuth was a very kind-hearted and loving man. He was an outstanding boss to Cathy, in addition to being her neighbor and friend. We loved seeing his beautiful photographs and thought-provoking posts on Facebook. Cathy has countless fond memories of Mr. Demuth, far too many to mention here. Our lives are indeed richer for having known him.
Love and prayers,
Cathy (Gahr) and Ellis Johnston
Cindy Cochran Werner
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Demuth. He was a sweet man. My first job was with him at F&D. I went to school in West Memphis with his daughters. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jamie Mitchell
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of your dad from the clinic. He was a wonderful man. May god wrap his loving arms around you and your family during this time of need.
Mike Reneau
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Clyce Hurst
Monday, December 2, 2019
I was heart broken to hear of Marvin's passing. We have lost a wonderful man, a deeply devoted follower of Jesus, a person of great compassion.& a wonderful friend. He will be truly missed. My prayers are with the family.
Anne & Wayne Melvin
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Diane and John, we are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We will be praying that God hold you and all the members of your family in His loving arms and give you His comfort and peace.
Rich Cosgrove
Sunday, December 1, 2019
What a great man. He was always so wise and understanding. I remember breaking the kitchen window when I hit a baseball from the empty lot next door. I was scared to death. To him it was no big deal. He and Mrs. Demuth led our youth group and hosted in their home. One of my best memories was taking off our shoes to walk through the yard. The Demuths were the first people to have Zoisia grass. It felt wonderful under bare feet. He was ahead of his time in his passing along his enjoyment of the great outdoors, particularly whitewater paddling. Farewell Mr. Demuth. The world is smaller without you in it.
Tami Tackett
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Karen, I am so sorry for the loss of your father.
Gary Conlee
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Jill Kelton
Sunday, December 1, 2019
I have been out of the country and just heard about Marvin’s passing. I am heartsick, however know exactly where he is! He was such a bright spot to so many people, and I feel very blessed to have known him. Peace and love to you all.
Jill
Carol Daniels
Sunday, December 1, 2019
What a wonderful and Kind person Mr. Demuth was! After Mother died, he took pictures of her portrait and the house at Clarkedale and gifted copies for Sallie and me and all the grandchildren. So, his pictures are hanging in all of our homes around the country and he will never be forgotten. I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be sorely missed. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless and comfort you.