Marvin Wayne Harris

The Life Of
Marvin Wayne Harris
1965 - 2022

SURELY GOODNESS AND MERCY SHALL FOLLOW ME ALL THE DAYS OF MY LIFE: AND I WILL DWELL IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD FOREVER.
PSALM 23: 6

Mr. Marvin Wayne Harris, son of Noah and Mattie Harris was born March 3, 1965 in Pineville, Louisiana. He attended the public schools of Rapides Parish and was a graduate of Rapides High School. He attended ULL in Lafayette and LSUA in pursuit of a degree in engineering.

At an early age he professed his faith in Jesus Christ and joined Saint John Baptist Church. He was baptized at Saint John Baptist Church by Reverend J.J. Spann.

He quietly departed this life Monday, March 14, 2022 at Ochsner LSU Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana.
He was preceded in death by his father, Noah Harris and sisters, Dorothy Mae Harris Johnson and Janice Marie Harris Frank.

Marvin was a Jack of all Trades. He worked as a handyman, carpenter and cement finisher. He loved working outside with his hands. In his spare time, Marvin enjoyed fishing, cultivating land, entertaining and enjoying the company of those he loved. He never met a stranger. He befriended just about everyone he met. He had a way of making a lasting impression. Marvin had a large and welcoming heart. He had an infectious smile and laughter. He will be sincerely missed by his family and community.

He will forever be cherished in the lives of his children: Marquita James, Dionte ' Kirk and Dewun Davis, as well as his grandchildren Amaya Wright and Damion Kirk. Marvin also leaves to cherish his precious memories; His mother, Mattie Harris, two brothers, Noah Harris, Jr. (Patricia) of Lecompte, La, and Elvis Harris of LaMarque, Texas, One sister, Rosemary Harris Houston (Robert)of Anniston, Al.; Aunt and uncle, Doris and Alex Baker of Lecompte, La, Brother-in-law , Hilton Frank of Lake Charles, La.and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"