Marvin Richard

Williams

Mr. Marvin Richard Williams was born on December 30, 1952, to the parents of Mary M. Williams and B. Tim Mahone in Griffin, Georgia. He received his formal education in the Griffin-Spalding County School System in Griffin, Georgia and graduated as a member of Griffin High School Class of 1971. Marvin accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age. He was united in holy matrimony with Glenda Wyatt in Griffin, Georgia. To this union they were blessed with 1 child, Joshua Williams.

Marvin was enlisted in the United States Navy from 1971-1977. In his leisure time he enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and friends. He was also a longtime fan and season ticket holder of the Atlanta Falcons.

On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, the gates of Heaven opened, and Mr. Marvin Richard Williams' soul was escorted by angels to be with the Lord. Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" reminds us that although we are deeply saddened by the loss of our loved one, the Lord will bless us with peace and comfort during our time of mourning. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary M. Williams and brother, Melvin C. Williams.

Mr. Marvin Richard Williams leaves his memories to be cherished in the hearts of his son, Joshua Williams; daughter, Shanett S. Martin; brothers, Michael Williams, Zachery Holmes, and Sanchez Canty; and sister, Angela Clark. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. A Home Going Celebration will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Griffin Memorial Gardens with Military Honors. Rev. James Walker is Officiant, and Rev. Zachery Holmes (his brother) is the Eulogist.