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Marvin Wesley Messer, 61 of Lakeland, FL died on December 26, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. Marvin was born in Wichita Falls, TX to James and Billie Ruth Messer.
Marvin drove a truck for Stericycle and loved woodworking in his off time, enjoyed going to the beach, spending time with his grandchildren. He and Elizabeth dreamed of getting a travel trailer and spending time on the road when they retired.
Marvin is survived by his wife of 23 years, Elizabeth, his daughter Amarilla Littlejohn (Robert) and three grandchildren. His parents James and Billie Ruth Messer, two brothers, Jimmy Messer and Max Messer, and a sister Connie Johnson. He was pre-deceased by a sister, Rhonda Messer.
A funeral service for Marvin will be held on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. in the Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd., Lakeland, FL, with a visitation starting one hour prior to the service, starting at 1:00 P.M. Marvin will be entombed in Oak Hill Burial Park.
Condolences may be sent to the family at Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes.