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Marvin Ray Givens
BURLESON — Marvin Ray Givens, 61, was born on January 5, 1952 in San Antonio, TX and passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by loved ones on Monday, November 25, 2013. Funeral: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 30, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Burleson. Visitation: 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, November 29, 2013 at at Mayfield Kiser Funeral Home. Private graveside service will be held at New Spanish Fort Cemetery in Spanish Fort, TX. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Promises Community Ministries of First Baptist Church of Burleson. Marvin grew up in Eagle Lake, TX and moved to Everman during high school where he met the love of his life, Toni. The two eventually settled in Burleson where they began their lives together, building a network of family and friends. Marvin’s work ethic and passion enabled him to work his way up from the plant floor to senior level executive for Kinro, a national manufacturing company. He spent 38 years with Kinro. His success in business afforded him the opportunity to bless and help his extended family and others in need. Giving made him happy. Marvin became a Christian at an early age and has been an active member of First Baptist Church of Burleson for more than 25 years. Marvin enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. Considered a big kid, Marvin was always having fun and making people laugh. He had a gift of making people feel better in times of their personal grief or tragedy. His generosity and kindhearted nature impacted countless people’s lives. Marvin will be remembered most for his immense love for his family. He devoted his life to taking care of and providing the best for his loved ones. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Lettye Givens. Survivors: wife Toni; son, Jeff and wife Mecca; daughter, Jodi and husband Rob Kirspel: grandchildren, Ella and Henry Givens, and Wren Kirspel; sisters, Paula Matthews and Sharon Frank and husband Charlie and several beloved nephews and nieces, and numerous extended family and friends.
Condolence Messages

28 Responses

  1. I’m a friend and ex-coworker of Jodi-my heart goes out to you and your family of your sudden loss. May God give you the peace of knowing he’s in a better place and one day you WILL see him again.

  2. I’m a friend and ex-coworker of Jodi-my heart goes out to you and your family of your sudden loss. May God give you the peace of knowing he’s in a better place and one day you WILL see him again.

  3. Toni, Paula, Sharon, Charlie, and all the family,

    We have treasured our friendship with all the Givens through so many years. Our families shared many good times and some of the bad times, too. You were as dear to us as our own families. We have enjoyed emails with Marvin and Saturday I was playing Words With Friends with him–even mentioned it to Jerry. So…he was in our thoughts near his last hours. God bless and comfort you. Our health prevents our being there with you. Sincerely, Mary Beth and Jerry

  4. Toni, Paula, Sharon, Charlie, and all the family,

    We have treasured our friendship with all the Givens through so many years. Our families shared many good times and some of the bad times, too. You were as dear to us as our own families. We have enjoyed emails with Marvin and Saturday I was playing Words With Friends with him–even mentioned it to Jerry. So…he was in our thoughts near his last hours. God bless and comfort you. Our health prevents our being there with you. Sincerely, Mary Beth and Jerry

  5. Marvin and I grew up together in Eagle Lake. The last time I saw him we were probably about twelve years old. To this day I can still remember his laugh and constant smile. My sincerest condolenaces to his family.

  6. Marvin and I grew up together in Eagle Lake. The last time I saw him we were probably about twelve years old. To this day I can still remember his laugh and constant smile. My sincerest condolenaces to his family.

  7. I loved Marvin as a valued friend… I remember when he and tony first got together, he was instantly smitten…what a wonderful love story…and a life well lived.

  8. I loved Marvin as a valued friend… I remember when he and tony first got together, he was instantly smitten…what a wonderful love story…and a life well lived.

  9. Prayers for peace. Marvin leaves many memories of love and happiness for his family and all who were blessed to have known him.

  10. Prayers for peace. Marvin leaves many memories of love and happiness for his family and all who were blessed to have known him.

  11. True love. That’s what Marvin & Toni had. Your video caught that. Heartfelt sympathy for Toni & all the family. God bless you all at this very sad time. Love & prayers.

  12. True love. That’s what Marvin & Toni had. Your video caught that. Heartfelt sympathy for Toni & all the family. God bless you all at this very sad time. Love & prayers.

  13. We were deeply saddened to hear of Marvin’s rise to GLORY. I will miss his laugh most of all.
    I can’t think of a better man to greet us when we all get to heaven. Toni, may peace be with you and your family
    during this difficult time. During times of sadness, and other trials and tribulations, always KLU ( Keep Looking Up ).

  14. We were deeply saddened to hear of Marvin’s rise to GLORY. I will miss his laugh most of all.
    I can’t think of a better man to greet us when we all get to heaven. Toni, may peace be with you and your family
    during this difficult time. During times of sadness, and other trials and tribulations, always KLU ( Keep Looking Up ).

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