Services for Marvin Joseph Groh, 91, Lawrence, will be at 2 pm Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, 946 Vermont. A visitation will be held after the service.
Marvin died Friday, March 16, 2018, at Brandon Woods at Alvamar.
Marvin Joseph Groh was born August 23, 1926 to Rev. Joseph Peter Groh and Suzie Ione DeTar Groh in Havensville, KS.
Marvin was a veteran of the United States Navy for 8 years serving in both World War II and Korean War. He was a Seaman First Class Radioman, continuing that interest later in life by becoming a ham radio operator with the call letters KOHHK.
On June 12, 1959 Marvin was united in marriage with Lois Mae James at the Lawrence First United Methodist Church in Lawrence, KS. She survives of the home. He was preceded in death by his sister, Arline Seidel Kurst of Trenton, MO. He is survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Chris Forshee, a niece, was a great support to him.
Marvin earned his Bachelor and Master’s degrees from Emporia State University. He started the data processing program, formerly Kaw Area Vocational Technical School. His 24 years teaching experience at KAVTS was shortened because of spinal cord surgery.
He sang in numerous church choirs, was a member and officer of the Lawrence chapter of the Society for the Preservation of Barbershop Chorus, and a member of the Topeka Chapter of DPMA. Marvin was a long-time member of the VFW and the Lawrence United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the First United Methodist Church Choir and be sent in care of the funeral home.
Sorry this is so late, Lois. I just heard about the passing of your husband. I’m sorry, but I know that isn’t much help. I lost my husband a year ago April. May God be with you. Sandy (Cooper) Clark, class of 1970
Mrs. Groh–I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband! Special thoughts and prayers for you and your family!
My son, Danny Speicher and I would like to offer you our condolences. You and your family are in our prayers.
Condolences to the Groh family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. Psalms 147:3 says God, “heals the broken hearted, and binds up their wounds.” May God bring you comfort and peace.
Sorry I couldn’t be there for you . I’m now living with my 100 yr mother full time. I know though you know how blessed you were to have him so long-but for us it’s never long enough. Love and hugs to you.remember if you need anything at all please call me. 766-0500
Dear Mrs. Groh – I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God surrounds you with his love and brings you comfort. Janice Miller
Lois So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Lois, I am so sad to hear Marvin has passed away. I hope that all your wonderful memories of him will help bring peace and comfort to you during this difficult time. I am going to miss him so much.
Thinking of you at this sad time. May all your happy memories bring you comfort.
Sweet Lois – Many heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you.
Dear Lois, I am very saddened by your loss. I didn’t think that the last time I sat by you would be at a funeral for Bill Mody at First Methodist Church. I will be there Wednesday to sit by you again and support you as you mourn the loss of Marvin. I wish I could have heard Marvin sing. Love, Mary
Mrs Groh, may the peace that comes from the memories of the love you shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
I am so sorry for your loss, Lois. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Lois, Charley and I are so sorry to lose our ‘backyard neighbor’ Marvin. Thinking of you!
Mrs. Groh, you are in my thoughts and prayers. You were a wonderful teacher to me. I especially remember something funny you shared with our class regarding your husband that happened one day while visiting his parents home. You have so many friends and students that care about you. God be with you especially during this sad and difficult time.
Lois, We’re so sad to hear of Marvin’s passing. He was like family to the Spray family. We have many memories of Marvin celebrating birthdays, holidays, graduations with our family. He will be missed. Our thoughts & prayers to you during this time.
Lois, so sorry to hear of Marvin’s passing. His sense of humor will be missed. RIP Marvin.
My deepest sympathies Mrs. Groh. From a former studentwhose life was changed by your teaching and kindness!
So sorry to read of the passing of your husband. In reading the obituary I realized that I knew your husband. I was a data processing student st KAVTS in 68′-69′. My teacher was a Mr. Meyers, who was in a wheelchair. Your husband was the teacher in the class next door.
Lois, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lois, Our family was greatly saddened to learn of Marvin’s passing. What a wonderful man who showed great kindness to our extended family.
Mrs. Groh, so sorry to see the loss of your husband. Praying for your family.
Lois I am so sorry for your loss.