"Praying for a cure for cancer. Will miss Hokey?s shy smile and the twinkle in his eye. God?s Peace"
In loving memory of
Russell J. Marvin
October 8, 1963 - September 24, 2024
Russell J. "Hokey" Marvin, of the Town of Harrison, passed away peacefully at his home on September 24, 2024, under the loving care of his wife, family, and LeRoyer Hospice, after a 6 year battle of cancer. He was 60 years old. He was born on October 8, 1963 in Antigo, a son of the late Jerome and Phyllis (Smith) Marvin. He married the love of his life, Bethany Korbisch, on September 1, 2012 at their home.
He was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1982. During and after high school, Russell was self-employed along with two of his brothers; William and Jeffrey. They started farming together in 1976 under The Marvin Brothers.
Russell, otherwise known as "Hokey", loved farming and making fire wood. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, listening to music and going to concerts, spending time with his wife and brothers, and taking his dogs for daily truck rides. He was an esteemed woodworker, he could craft without a blueprint, only using his eyes and his talent.
Hokey will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and furry companions, Charlie, Hank, and his many cats.
In addition to his wife, survivors include brothers, Richard (Janice), Jeffrey and William (special friend Cathy) Marvin; sister-in-law, Marie Marvin; mother and father-in-law, Doreen and Mark Korbisch; brothers-in-law, Mark Jr. (special friend Rachel) Korbisch and Peter (Katie) Korbisch; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his brother, Mark Marvin.
In accordance to his wishes, no funeral services will be held. A private Celebration of Life will take place at a later time.
Tributes
"Our hearts and thoughts are with Marvin family during this difficult time. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ give you peace and understanding. Hokey was a great man, very friendly for the few times that I was blessed to chat with him. may we give God all the glory for the time Hokey was here with us, and trust in God that we will all meet again. May you find peace in your hearts Amen. In Christ, Raymond Krueger and family "
"Wishing Bethany and her family peace and comfort at this time and always."
"Remembering Hokey with love. He was a perfect soul mate for Beth and it was always obvious they were a perfect pair. Hokey got his wings and he will live on in our hearts and memories as another angel watching over us. Gods' blessings to all of Hokeys family. Love, Uncle Tom and Aunt Rosie"
"I remember Hokey rode on our school bus. Nice guy, got along with everyone. He will be missed. Sorry for your loss"
"Beth you have our deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers. Jenny & Greg Renfro "