Marvin Tavlin

Marvin will be remembered as someone who cared deeply. He was a leader and passionate spokesman on behalf of working people, senior citizens, and the disempowered in our society. He worked for peace and justice and was an advocate for good health – by working for changes in the health care system, by eating healthy foods, and by promoting vitamin supplements.

Marvin loved to befriend people, to both help and teach those he met. He was always eager to encourage people and to engage in discussions about politics, the progressive movement, and the future of our country. His generosity and compassion will not be forgotten by those he touched.

As a young man, Marvin was an honor student, and he won a scholarship to the University of Chicago. He left college to join the social and political movements of the time. Then, during WWII, he helped to organize and served as President of a massive United Steelworkers of America local union at Amertorp Corp. in Chicago, Ill.

After moving to Los Angeles in 1955, Marvin was active in his community: as President of the Cheviot Hills Little League, as a community Senior volunteer in the public schools, and as an advocate for Seniors with Grey Law. Then, for over 15 years, he was the president and driving force in the Westside Chapter of the Association of Retired Americans; leading the group in advocating for Seniors, speaking to other Senior groups throughout the region, and serving in the local Federation of Senior groups.

Marvin was fortunate to be able to spend 72 years married to Miriam, the love of his life. He was devoted to her and her well-being, and he never tired of singing her praises.

Marvin is survived by; his children, Ruth and Barry; his grandchildren, Eric, Jesse, and David and his 3 great-grandchildren, Shiloe, Chloe and Judah.