Marvin Ray Halbrook's Obituary
Marvin Ray Halbrook, at the age of 90, peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday evening of August 15, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Iota, Louisiana on June 26, 1932 to Otto Haack and Edna Roy Haack Halbrook.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Beverly Russell Halbrook and his children, Matthew Halbrook (Rebecca) and Kelly Halbrook Bement (B.J.). Marvin was the proud grandfather of Rachel Elizabeth Halbrook and Tristan Michael Halbrook. He is also survived by a host of wonderful lifelong friends.
Marvin is preceded in death by his son, Brandon Michael Halbrook; his parents, Otto and Edna Haack Halbrook; and stepfather, John Henry Halbrook.
A native of Iota, and a longtime resident of Mandeville for over 37 years, Marvin graduated from Sulphur High School at the age of 15. After high school, he proudly joined the United States Navy. He was honorably discharged in 1956 and then attended Louisiana State University and earned a bachelor’s degree. Marvin worked as a Data Processing Technician for General Gas, Kaiser Aluminum, IBM, and L.A. Frey & Sons for the next few years. Finally, he settled in with City National Bank as a Programmer for the next 16 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #9240 and an active member to Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. He was a Lector and Eucharistic Minister for nine years.
Marvin was loving, compassionate, and most of all a very caring person to all. He enjoyed spending time outdoors working in the yard, tending to his plants and bromeliads. Marvin was an avid fan and enjoyed watching his LSU Tigers. However, his true passion was spending time with his loving family. Marvin was unique and irreplaceable, well respected and liked, and will be deeply and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. His jovial spirit and tender nature will remain in the many memoires of his cherished friends and family until they meet him again.
In lieu of flowers kindly consider donations in memory of Marvin Ray Halbrook to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the charity of your choice.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 501 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, Louisiana 70433 on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 11:30 AM with visitation beginning at 10:30 AM until service time. Interment will follow the service in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 2280 W 21st Avenue, Covington, Louisiana.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home locally owned and operated, (985) 892-9222 has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
The Halbrook family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfielding.net.
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