Marvin Poindexter was born August 31, 1939 in Roanoke, VA. He was the youngest child of Bessie and John Poindexter and brother to Marceline (Bebe), Sylvester (Chester), and Macaluso (Jeri), each of whom preceded him in death. Marvin was raised in Roanoke Virginia where he was educated in public schools. He graduated from Lucy Addison High School in 1959. He always loved music and played in his high school marching band.
After high school Marvin moved to Washington, DC to seek employment. He worked primarily in the restaurant industry waiting tables and catering events. He attended American University and the International Institute of Interior Design. In 1961, Marvin met Amanda (Peggy) in D.C. and after a few years of dating they tied the knot on October 10, 1964. They were married in Amanda’s hometown of Baltimore, MD where friends and family joined in the celebration.
Marvin was called to serve in the U.S. Army from April 1963 through April 1965. He served all of his time in Oahu, Hawaii. Marvin and Amanda were married for almost three years before Amanda gave birth to Mickey (Marvin) in 1967. A year and a half later in 1968 Lynn was born.
Upon leaving the Army Marvin began a career at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) where he worked in Incentive Awards, part of the Human Resources Department. He worked at the VA until his retirement in 1998. After retiring Marvin and Amanda took the opportunity to travel with their extra time. One of his most memorable trips was back to Hawaii in 2009 to visit his daughter Lynn. While in Hawaii he had the opportunity to visit the Schofield Barracks, where he was stationed while in the Army.
Marvin was blessed with a loving family. He is survived by Amanda, his wife of 57 years, his son Mickey (wife Obrea) his daughter Lynn (husband Jeff), and six grandchildren, Jake, Meagan, Zachary, Sydney, Gabrielle, and Danielle. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Marvin will be remembered as a lover of music particularly Jazz, the arts and for his love of dad jokes and magic tricks. Mostly he will be remembered as a fun sweet Pop-Pop. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Marvin passed peacefully on April 23, 2022 at the age of 82.
