Marvin D. Rimer, 85, was the loving husband of the late Eleanor Rimer (McPhail) for 46 years and the late Dorothy Rimer (Thomas) for 11 years, the dear father of Kenneth (Jan), Daniel (Helene) and Ted and beloved son of the late John and Martha Rimer. He is also survived by his loving grandchildren; Jessica, Kyle, Erin, Sara, Emily and Kelsey, as well as his brother John. Marvin was predeceased by his sister Dolores Sinclair and brothers; Russell and Donald (Tiny) and step-brother Roger and brother-in-law James McPhail.
Marvin was a Marine veteran. He was a union carpenter for 65 years. Marvin loved being a Sunday School Teacher at Redford Baptist Church for over 50 years. He was a huge Constantine Falcons fan.
A memorial visitation will take place on Tues. March 26, 2013 from 5-9 p.m. A memorial service will be on Wed. March 27, 2013 with Pastor Danny Langley officiating. Both services will take place at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 W. Six Mile (east of Newburgh), Livonia, MI 48152. Interment will take place at Parkview Cemetery in Livonia.
In lieu of flowers, Marvin’s family asks that donations be made to Cross Point Meadows Church, Constantine Track/football or I Am My Brothers Keeper Church of Detroit.
A guest book can be signed at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com.