Marvin Washington of Rockford departed this earthly life October 9, 2021. He was born March 14, 1956 in Rockford, IL the son of L.C. and Betty J. Washington. Marvin was employed as a assembler in manufacturing. He attended United Faith Missionary Baptist Church. Marvin attended Auburn High School.

Marvin leaves to cherish many loving memoires, two daughters, Tequila (Montrel) Thomas and Octavia (Montell) Clanton; four sons, Shawn Rudert, Chris Schelm, Marvin Washington and Maurice Flowers; 14 grandchildren; mother, Betty Washington; sister, Betty Cable; brothers, Sterling ( Earline) Washington, Barry (Vernessa) Washington, Glen (Claudia) Washington, Lewis (Mary) Washington, Angelo (Tammy) Washington, Tarelle (Marquita) Eubanks, Theon (Latisha) Washington, Leonard Washington and Reginald (Cheryl) Washington; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends including special friends Minnie Coffee and her two daughters and Benjamin Dewayne Polk. He was predeceased by his father, L.C. Washington.

Memorial services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Doors will be open from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.