Marvin A. Stevens, 81, of Sturgis, Michigan, passed away on June 12, 2026. Marvin, affectionately known as “Marv,” was born on August 13, 1944, to Clyde and Mildred Stevens.

Marv is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn; sister, Jean Garmire; his sons, Marvin Stevens Jr. (Lorie), David Stevens Sr., Chad Everitt (Alisa), and Travis Everitt (Emilee); 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Mildred Stevens, and his siblings, David Stevens, Russell Stevens, Eddy Stevens, Joseph Stevens, and Sheila Heiber.

Marv cherished many memories from his childhood, especially the time he spent with his uncles and grandparents, helping on their family farm. Those experiences helped shape the hardworking, family-oriented man he became. He also loved hunting with his father, Clyde, a pastime he spoke about often. Marv always considered his father to be one of the most important and influential people in his life.

Those who knew Marv described him as loving, caring, hardworking, and endlessly devoted to his family and friends. He was known for his quick wit, sarcastic sense of humor, occasionally inappropriate, and ability to make people laugh, often when they least expected it. Marv never hesitated to tell it like it was, but his honesty was always grounded in love. His greatest strengths were his unwavering work ethic and the deep love he had for the people around him.

One of Marv’s most admirable qualities was his ability to make everyone feel welcome and valued. The moment someone walked through the door, he made sure they felt seen, loved, and included. He especially loved spending time with his family, and some of his favorite moments were taking his grandchildren for golf cart rides and creating memories that would last a lifetime.

Being in Marv’s presence brought a sense of love, happiness, peace, and laughter. Family traditions were incredibly important to him. He treasured family gatherings, whether it was cheering on Michigan football on Saturdays, rooting for the Lions on Sundays, or hosting family poker tournaments. These moments brought him great joy and helped keep his family close.

Among his many cherished memories was achieving a hole-in-one on Hole #6 at Green Valley Golf Course in Sturgis, a moment he proudly celebrated. Yet, his greatest joys always centered around his family. Marv showed his love not only through words but through his actions. Every visit was greeted with a warm hug and a reminder of how much he loved you. If he missed you, you could count on receiving a phone call just to hear your voice.

The values Marv passed down through generations were simple but profound: be honest, work hard, love your family fiercely, and remain loyal to the Detroit Lions no matter what.

Marv proudly served his country in the United States Army for four years. Throughout his life, he worked at Harders and later built his own construction company, a testament to his determination and strong work ethic. He took great pride in being a veteran, a devoted Lions fan, and, above all, a father to his sons, Marvin Jr. and David Sr. Nothing made him prouder than his children and grandchildren, and he never missed an opportunity to brag about each and every one of them.

His hobbies reflected the things he loved most: football, golf, hunting, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. One of his greatest gifts was his sense of humor. No matter the situation, Marv could bring a smile to your face and laughter to the room.

Marv was also dedicated to serving his community. He was an active member of the LaGrange American Legion, the Wounded Warrior Project, the VFW, and the Eagles, where he held a Golden Eagle.

Above all, Marv will be remembered for the love he gave so freely. He loved his family, his friends, his country, sports, and music. He enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, George Strait, and Conway Twitty, and he never passed up the opportunity to watch a good John Wayne movie. His legacy is one of love, laughter, loyalty, and devotional legacy that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.