It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Marvin Johnson, age 64, who passed away peacefully at Community Hospice Care in Ashland, Kentucky on September 28, 2025.The family is grateful for the compassionate care provided during this difficult time. Marvin was born on January 14, 1961, to the late James R. Johnson and Irene (Endicott) Johnson, formerly of Inez, Kentucky. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Denny Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Tammie Johnson of Lovely, Kentucky; his four children, Brenton Johnson of Inez, Kentucky, Kasandra (Brandon) Preece of Paintsville, Kentucky, Michele Johnson of Louisa, Kentucky, and Brandy (Scott) Zanders of Crum, West Virginia; and two stepchildren, Tabitha Stacy and Todd Howard, both of Lovely, Kentucky. Marvin was a proud grandfather to Chase Preece, Gunner Preece, Isabella Preece, Ethan Howard, Bailey Howard, and Bentley Porter. He is also survived by his siblings, Benny (Brenda) Johnson, Danny (Pat) Johnson, and Virgil (Cara) Johnson, all of Inez, Kentucky; Debbie (Bill) Bowes of Ona, West Virginia; Connie Johnson Crozier of Newark, Ohio; Diane (Jeffery) Maynard and Dotty (Rodney) Fletcher, both of Inez, Kentucky; and a special nephew, James Maynard (Lil' James). He leaves behind many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Marvin worked in construction for most of his life and was a talented mason. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing, and he loved animals, always keeping pets close by. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 1 PM in the chapel of Crum Funeral Home with Arnold Fletcher and Benny Joe Fitch officiating. Burial will follow in the Johnson Family Cemetery. Friends may visit the funeral home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 5 PM to 9 PM. Arrangements are under the direction of Crum Funeral Home of Inez, KY.
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