PERRYSVILLE: Described as a hardworking familyman, Marvin Mowry loved spending precious time with those closest to him. He also loved the peaceful retreat and beautiful views from his Pleasant Hill Lake home. No longer bound by his earthly body, Marvin C. Mowry, 73, of Perrysville, passed away Tuesday afternoon, November 26, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

The son of Harry and Zelma (Jones) Mowry, Marvin was born March 13, 1951 in Mansfield. Raised with a strong work ethic, Marvin understood the value of hard work and dedication. For nearly 30 years Marvin worked for Purdy Construction. He retired in 2013.

With his property overlooking Pleasant Hill Lake, Marvin enjoyed countless beautiful sunsets, and spent much of his time boating with family and friends. He loved the water, and always vacationed at Myrtle Beach.

He was a member of the Perrysville VFW.

Marvin loved to entertain, it was a way for him to spend time with family and friends. He was kind hearted but playful, often playing jokes. He always said, “If I tease you, it’s because I love you.”

Marvin could be “strong willed” at times. But you always knew where you stood with him. More than anything he will be remembered for his

kind heart, love of family and adoration for his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Carol McLemore Mowry whom he married July 4, 2010; children Julie (Todd) Wurthmann, Jon and Valerie Mowry, Cassie (Adam) Garn, Seth (Katie) Vetter, and Stevieray (Prezlie) Comisford; grandchildren Tyler (Savannah) and Jordon (Payton) Wurthmann, Brandon Mowry, Jessie Mae, Paisley and Ruby Garn; Oliver and Isaac Vetter; Westyn, Cayne, Jaxsyn, Juddsyn, and Wrenley Comisford; five great grandchildren; siblings Harry “Butch” (Donna) Mowry, Jerry Mowry, Sherral (Dan) Bowers, Becky (Danny) Fry, and Sandra Bun; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Betty Mowry Oswalt Craner.

Visitation will be held Monday, December 2, 2024 from 10 am - 1 pm in the Bellville Snyder Funeral Home where his funeral will begin at 1 pm. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery.

A celebration of life will also be held this summer at Pleasant Hill Lake. Details will be shared with family and friends at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Camp Nuhop, 1077 Township Road 2916, Perrysville, Ohio 44864, and the Ashland County Cancer Association, 1011 East Main Street, Ste A, Ashland, Ohio 44805.

To leave a message of condolence or to view Marvin’s tribute, friends and family may visit:SnyderFuneralHomes.com