Marvin was born Nov. 15, 1930, to Roy and Elsie (Hyatt) Rhodes and grew up on a farm near Mason City, NE. Marvin graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor of Science and Master’s degree. In 1953, Marvin married Mary Kathleen Richards, who remained his wife for 65 years until her death in 2019.
Marvin worked at the UNL College of Agriculture for 37 years. On retirement, Marvin worked as a Handyman for 6 different charities for over 25 years.
Marvin was a member of Edenton Christian Church.
Marvin is survived by 4 children, Steven (Cheryl), Kristine (Jeff Rump), Kelly (Tracy) and Beth (Brian Cordell), seven grandchildren and multiple great grandchildren. Sister Marcella (Welch) resides in the Washington D.C. area. Preceded in death by brothers Rolland, Melvin, Donald and sisters Sarah and Melda.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 10,2026, 11:00am at Roper & Sons, 4300 O street, following a private burial. A live stream link of the service will being 10 minutes prior to the service at roperandsons.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Edenton Christian Church, Eastmont Foundation and UNL Foundation.