Marvin Townsend Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marvin Townsend of Philadelphia, Mississippi, who passed away on February 2, 2023 at the age of 79. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Oscar Townsend and Ethel Townsend; and his siblings, Ettie Mae Fortenberry, Shirley Brekeen, Grady and Paul Townsend.

He is survived by: his wife Linda Townsend; his daughters, Sewanna Watson (J. P.) of Philadelphia and Amy Skelton (Brad) of Pheba; his grandchildren, Hannah Tingle (Matthew), Rebekah Adams (Alex), Marshall Skelton and Sarah Skelton; and his great grandchildren, Beckham and Bennett Tingle. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude, or The Gideons International.