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Marvin Thompson Obituary
March 19, 2025
Marvin Wayne Thompson was born in Kingsport, Tennessee on July 28, 1953. He departed his earthly home peacefully and entered into his eternal heavenly home with God on March 19, 2025.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Dolores Thompson, grandmother, Lula Conkin Clark, wife, Sandra Wheatley Thompson, mother-in law-Estelle Wheatley, sister-in law Rita Lewis, daughter, Cindy Thompson, and sibling, Diana Jones. He is survived by daughter, Christy Tester (Duke-grand dog), Hickory, NC and granddaughter Brianna Rogers Howard (Charity); other relatives and friends include mother of his children Jane Cox Thompson, Brenda Taylor (Kenny); Thomas Thompson, Jenny Church (Ned), John Ketron (Belinda), Mark Ketron (Trish), Elizabeth Laney (Rusty).
Marvin resided in Kingsport all of his life. He graduated from Sullivan Central High School where he was a stellar basketball player under the late Dickie Warren. Marvin was also a talented guitarist and travelled extensively throughout his life performing both at the local level (throughout East TN and VA) and across the United States for many years. He also had a long career as a master carpenter and handyman. Marvin was an avid Tennessee Volunteers Football and Basketball fan.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Ballad Heath Cancer Center, Ballad Health Social Worker at (Holston Valley Medical Center- ER) Shelley who was vital in making sure Marvin made it home to pass peacefully, Sullivan County EMS and Gentiva Hospice( Dennis, Stephanie and Cory). Along with the above-mentioned, there were many special friends who served him with the hands and feet of our Lord Jesus Christ.
A memorial service with Pastor Alan Buckles presiding, will be held at Springdale Baptist Church, 1616 Haga Road, Kingsport, Tennessee on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Visitation will start at 5:30pm with services beginning at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers or other gifts, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.
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Carter Stanley
March 31, 2025
So sad to learn of Marvin´s passing. Marvin was a guitar player´s guitar player. So talented. I have many good memories of playing through all the hole in the walls in the tri-cities with Marvin in the early 70´s - always with a good chew in his cheek lol. Such an extremely talented picker. Christie and Jane, please accept my condolences. Rest in peace Marvin. God´s getting one fine picker.
Carter Stanley
Destin, Fla
Tom Phelps
March 31, 2025
I was a student teacher and helped coach the basketball team when Martin was playing. He was very coachable and a great guy.
Vicki (Stallard) Clark
March 31, 2025
I was in the band Raven with Marvin back in the 70s/80s. What a talented guitarist and always the nicest person. Although it's been many years since we talked, I am certain Marvin touched many throughout his life. My prayers are with friends and family. God Bless.
Rick Ballard
March 30, 2025
Many of my favorite memories from high school include Marvin and his family. He and I ALMOST shared a birthday, mine being the day after his, and we celebrated them together for several years. His family also took me on vacation several times to places I may never have seen otherwise, such as New York City; there we saw the '69 Mets play the SF Giants, visited Coney Island (twice!) and Marvin and I got ourselves stuck in an elevator in a high-rise hotel by playing around a little too much..
I could go on and on here, but will close with this. Thanks for the memories, Marvin, and you rest easy brother.
Lewis Tester
March 28, 2025
Marvin always made a person feel welcome in his home. When it came to grilling, he was a master griller! I always enjoyed the conversations we shared. He loved his family and especially Brianna, his granddaughter. The many times he would rearrange his basement for her to ride around on a tri-cycle or other mode of transportation. She could always bring a smile to his face. R.I.P. Marvin
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