Marvin Whittington

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Marvin Eugene Whittington was born on December 23, 1946, in Wheaton, Missouri, to Ray and Eileen (Brewer) Whittington. He was one of eight children and grew up in the Wheaton area.

Marvin graduated from Rocky Comfort High School with the class of 1964. After graduation, he went on to serve his country in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany.

On November 13, 1989, Marvin married Roberta (Ellis) Whittington. They shared 26 years together before her passing on July 1, 2016. Family was an important part of Marvin's life, and he took pride in the life they built together.

Marvin worked as a forklift operator at Jarden until his retirement. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed settling in to watch Sunday football and cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed following other sports teams and keeping up with the games.

Marvin will be remembered by his family as a father, brother, grandfather, and uncle. He leaves behind many family members who will miss having him as part of their lives and will carry with them the memories they shared.

He is survived by his children, Marvin Jay Whittington; Christy Garcia and husband Elmer of Neosho, Missouri; Dennis Vincent and wife Traci of Grove, Oklahoma; and Rhonda Ramirez and husband Santiago of Neosho, Missouri; six sisters, Rayleen Weems of Neosho, Missouri; Shirley Bilyeu and husband Don of Sparta, Missouri; Lena Young of Joplin, Missouri; Linda Jones of Joplin, Missouri; Sheila Robinson and husband Gene of Wheaton, Missouri; and Cindy Blankenship and husband Lloyd of Neosho, Missouri; along with numerous extended family members.

Marvin was preceded in death by his wife, Roberta Whittington; his parents, Ray and Eileen Whittington; and his brother, James Whittington.

Services for Marvin Eugene Whittington will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Howard Cemetery in Goodman, Missouri. Pastor Alan Maples will officiate. Pallbearers will include Jason Cryer, Robert Cullers, Richard Robinson, Charles Weems, Dennis Vincent, Monte Vincent, and Welter Samuel.

Services are under the personal care and direction of Clark Funeral Homes.