Marvin Merle Tallman Sr., 81, of Martinsville, Va. died on Saturday, March 30, 2024.
Marvin was born in North Wolcott to Merle “Pete” and Letitia Tallman on June 1, 1942, and was the oldest of six children. Marvin will always be remembered for his love of flying, skillfully piloting the numerous planes and helicopters he owned throughout his lifetime.
Marvin was also very passionate about the outdoors and spent time in the woods at every opportunity. Hunting and fishing were treasured pastimes, a love he instilled in his two sons. Marvin’s career in logging and chipping afforded him more time in the woods that he enjoyed immensely.
Marvin is survived by his sons, Wayne Tallman and his wife, Amy of Hardwick and Marvin Tallman and his wife, Angela of Stuart, Va.; brothers, Loyd Tallman and his wife, JoAnn of Wolcott and Carl Tallman and his wife, Linda of Elmore; sisters, Jane Tallman of Wolcott and Florida, Judy Tallman of Morrisville, Lisa Holcomb and her husband, Dan of Wolcott and Florida; as well as many grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Marvin was predeceased by his parents, Merle and Letitia Tallman; and brother, Jerry Tallman.
“When you walk through the storm, hold your head up high, and don’t be afraid of the dark. At the end of the storm is a golden sky and the sweet silver song of a lark. Walk on through the wind, walk on through the rain, though your dreams be tossed and blown. Walk on, walk on with hope in your heart and you’ll never walk alone. You’ll never walk alone.” — Oscar Hammerstein II.
A private celebration of life will be planned on his birthday to honor him.
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