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MARVIN RUSSELL GORHAM
Born: Sep 06, 1939
Date of Passing: Oct 30, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARVIN RUSSELL GORHAM It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marvin Russell Gorham, at the age of 79, on the morning of October 30, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Diane; his children, Rick (Tina), Jim (Lawna), Kathy (Trevor), Jeff (Laura) and Kim (Chris), as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also mourning his loss are his siblings, nephews, nieces, and many spiritual friends. Marvin was born on September 6, 1939 in Ste. Rose, Manitoba. As a young boy growing up in Kelwood, he loved playing baseball, and worked hard helping his father in the fields and with the animals. In 1959 Marvin and Diane married and moved to Winnipeg where they began their lives together. While helping raise his family, Marvin took pride in his work as a welder. As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, he loved serving the congregation as an elder, teaching and embracing all those who wanted his help. He spent many hours volunteering his time in the house to house ministry. He was a comforter, especially to those who lost loved ones in death, lovingly reminding them of God's future promise of a hope of living forever in a paradise earth where their sadness, sickness, pain and death will not exist. - Rev. 21:3,4. In the past four years as he fought his illness, he never lost sight of that hope and his faith remained strong. We saw this as he witnessed to doctors and staff just days before he fell asleep in death. He showed to his family right to the very end there is no better hope than the one that Jehovah God has promised us. As family and friends, Marvin would want us to take comfort from the Bible, leaving us with his favourite scripture to warm our hearts. Isaiah 41:10,13...'Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be anxious, for I am your God. I will fortify you, yes, I will help you, I will really hold on to you with my right hand of righteousness.' 'For I, Jehovah your God, am grasping your right hand, The One saying to you, 'Do not be afraid. I will help you.' The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at CancerCare Manitoba as well the Palliative Ward at St. Boniface Hospital. We would like to thank all those who came to visit Marvin and expressed their love for him in the last few weeks. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 937 Gateway Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Publish Date: Nov 3, 2018
MARVIN RUSSELL GORHAM It is with great sorrow we announce Marvin's passing on October 30, 2018. A longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Nov 1, 2018
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 01, 2018, Nov 03, 2018
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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I will never forget my brother and dear friend, who took me to the Kingdom Hall Also to spend time with his family. I would never forget this, also Jehovah in the day of his resurrection. May Jehovah bless the entire family and sister Diane. I love you all. - Posted by: Curtis Harrynarine (My Brother, My friend.) on: Sep 15, 2019
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When we lose a good friend this way, our hearts feel the pain & sorrow. This is how I felt when I heard of the loss of my good friend Marv. The memory of our last visit together Diane, will stay with me forever. Thanks be to our great God Jehovah who gives us comfort & hope. 2 Cor 1: 3-7. I pray that this scripture will comfort you & all your children & their families. Until then, we await Jehovah's great day & the paradise earth where we will welcome back all our lost loved ones like Marv, in the resurrection. Christian love, Lloyd & family - Posted by: Lloyd Wally (Good friend) on: Nov 09, 2018
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So sorry Diane to hear of Marvin's passing. I recall our growing up days at Kelwood,Manitoba. Going to school and meeting together at the Kingdom Hall. Looking forward to seeing you again when we will all enjoy perfect health under the rulership of God's Kingdom in the hands of His son Jesus Christ. Soon He will call Job 14. Condolences to all the Gorham family. Shirley Nicholson, Winnipeg. - Posted by: Shirley Nicholson (Friend and schoolmate ) on: Nov 09, 2018
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We were so sorry to learn of Marvin's passing. Although we have lived far away for the last 50 yrs, we have thought of you often and have many happy memories from Portage cong. (Marvin) & then Transcona (Marvin & Diane & little Ricky & Jim & Kathy) Those Saturday lunches were great,Diane. May Jehovah continue to bless you and your family and comfort and support you in this time of grief. Much love from Harvey and Carolyn. - Posted by: Harvey & Carolyn Asmundson, Edmonton, Alberta (Friends) on: Nov 03, 2018
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Dear Diane & family, Marvin’s siblings & extended family. My heart breaks at Marvin’s passing. Most sincere condolences to all of you. Sending much love and warm hugs. Cousin Pat - Posted by: Pat Colpitts (Cousin) on: Nov 03, 2018
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Sending our heartfelt condolences to Diane and family. May You take comfort in Jehovah's promise and in the prayers of those who care. We have fond memories of time spent with your family in the Transcona congregation. Thinking of you. Andy & Leona Skrypnyk & family - Posted by: Andy & Leona Skrypnyk - Surrey, BC (Friends) on: Nov 03, 2018
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Deepest sympathy and condolences to you Larry and Carol - Posted by: Larry Farquhar (Friend) on: Nov 01, 2018
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We are so very sorry for your loss, Gorham's family! We can not tell you how sorry were to hear about your dad! What a wonderful/loving/caring/thoughtful/outstanding man Marvin was!! Marvin was not ONLY a dad to his own children but to all of us irrespective of our races and ethnicities/colour. Even up to his deathbed, his profound wisdom, at the same time, his great sense of humor was unmatched! OH JEHOVAH, isn't it comforting to know that it is not gonna be too long before you/we see your dad and our friend? YES IT IS! But until, he will be GREATLY missed! Our sincere loving thoughts and prayers are with you all! Christian Love, Mike & Sarah, Asmir & Adriel Tsehaye - Posted by: Mike & Sarah, Asmir & Adriel Tsehaye (Family Friends) on: Nov 01, 2018