Obituaries

Marvin L. McCormick

November 22nd, 1925 – October 30th, 2015

Marvin L. McCormick, age 89 of Macomb, IL, formerly of Ipava, IL, passed away at 12:40 pm on Friday, October 30, 2015 at Wesley Village in Macomb. He was born on November 22, 1925 in Astoria Township, Fulton County, IL, the son of Vern Roy and Adah Fern (Bankes) McCormick. On June 10, 1950, Marvin married Mary Alene Robinson in Ipava. She preceded him in death on October 10, 1992. He later married Irma Loreine Ladd on March 19, 1994 in Ipava. She also preceded him in death on April 28, 2015.

Marvin was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Carissa McCormick, three brothers, Merlin, Norman, and Melvin McCormick, and two infant sisters.

Marvin began farming in Ipava in 1953 and farmed his entire lifetime. He was a good steward of the land and was awarded the Outstanding Conservation Farm of the Year in 1991 by the Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association.

He served on the Board of Directors of the Ipava State Bank for 45 years until his retirement this past January 2015. Marvin was an active member of the Ipava United Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon, Trustee, and on various committees. He also served as a Trustee for the Ipava Fire Protection District.

Marvin enjoyed woodworking, especially building replicas of barns. He crafted over 90 of these barns. He loved his gardens and enjoyed square dancing with Mary. He was a loving and caring father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who enjoyed helping others.

He is survived by his daughter, Marsha (and Dave Maguire) McCormick of Macomb, his son Marlin (and Evelyn) McCormick of Monroe City, MO, granddaughter Erica (and Nick) Grant of Davenport, IA, great-granddaughter Meredith Grant of Davenport, IA, and his sister Dorothy (and Lyle) Arnett of Lewistown, IL.

Services will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ipava United Presbyterian Church. Pastor Danie deBeer will officiate. Interment will be in the Ipava Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2015 from 6-8 p.m. at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Memorials may be made to the Ipava United Presbyterian Church, the Ipava Fire Protection District, or the McDonough District Hospice.

Condolences

October 31st, 2015

God bless the memory of your father. Dave and Nancy Pulled

October 31st, 2015

I know is hard to find the right words to express my sympathy for you guys at this moment. Time is the healer, his body is gone but his spirit , heart and souls is with all those who love him. He is in peace and smiling at all of you as an angel watching all of you. God bless you and he will give you the strength to get through.

October 31st, 2015

Rosa and her family.

October 31st, 2015

As some people journey through life, they leave footprints wherever they go, footprints of kindness, love, courage, compassion, humor, inspiration, joy and faith. Even when they are gone, we can look back and clearly see the trail they left behind, a trail with hope that invites us to follow. May the memories of the good times with your Father, Father-in-law and Grandfather, Marvin, comfort you at this time of his passing on to his eternal reward. Your family is in my prayers. Tom Salrin

October 31st, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the family. He was a great man. Robert and Helen Clanin Winter Haven, Florida

October 31st, 2015

Losing a Dad is never easy, Hope it helps at least a little, to know that many many are with you in this sad time.

October 31st, 2015

Losing a Dad is never easy, Hope it helps at least a little, to know that many many are with you in this sad time.

November 1st, 2015

So sorry for your loss- Marsha & Marlin & family. I know it is a difficult time for you. You are in my thoughts though I can't be there in person. Your dad was a great guy. - Sharon Hundley

November 1st, 2015

May God comfort each of Marvins family with the knowledge that Marvin resides now in heaven with no illness, only loving wellness & loving care of our lord. What we leave behind should be goodness, giving of ourselves to our fellow humans. Marvin did this, and has left his memory and impact with all his family and friends.

November 2nd, 2015

My deepest of sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy Kartawich

November 2nd, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Patsy Mettes

November 2nd, 2015

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I know you will cherish many fond memories. Marcia Moulden

November 3rd, 2015

We will be sad for quite some time with the loss of "Grandpa" McCormick but we know he's in a better place. I'm so glad we have the memory of him dancing "the jig" at Erica's wedding, he laughed at all the fun that was had, making us all join in on the good times. I'm sure he's feeling better now so he can dance awhile in Heaven too. We are all better for knowing him and so happy he blessed our lives. Prayers and love to you all. Crissy

November 3rd, 2015

Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I didn't know Marvin personally but know that my parents, Gene and Alleyne Beck, did. I remember them talking about Marvin and Mary during my childhood. Darlene (Beck) Whalon

November 3rd, 2015

So very sorry to learn of the passing of Marvin. Sincere sympathy Lorenda and Alvin Spilker (friends of Dorothy Arnett's family.)

November 4th, 2015

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely, Nancy RUtledge

November 11th, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the family and all who have lost. George and Vicki Poertner