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Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper

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Birth	:	20 Mar 1939 Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	22 Jan 2017 Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA
Burial	:	Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.6267014, -97.5674973
Description	:	Marvin Allen Roper was born in his family home in rural Fairmont on March 20, 1939, to Curtis and Alta Roper. Marvin passed away in Mesa, Arizona on January 22, 2017, at the age of 77 years 10 months and 2 days. Marvin is survived by his brother Delvin, and preceded in death by his brother Duane (Buck). Marvin grew up in Fairmont and graduated from high school in 1956. while in high school he participated in football, basketball, and track. Marvin was honorably discharged from the US Army on a hardship in April of... Read More	Marvin Allen Roper was born in his family home in rural Fairmont on March 20, 1939, to Curtis and Alta Roper. Marvin passed away in Mesa, Arizona on January 22, 2017, at the age of 77 years 10 months and 2 days. Marvin is survived by his brother Delvin, and preceded in death by his brother Duane (Buck). Marvin grew up in Fairmont and graduated from high school in 1956. while in high school he participated in football, basketball, and track. Marvin was honorably discharged from the US Army on a hardship in April of 1936, due to the passing of his father. In September of 1963 Marvin married the love of his life, Delores Oliva and the couple had 2 children Tammy and Gary. Marvin's passion was farming; it was what the Good Lord called him to do. He was still planning on farming this spring and had bought equipment to make sure he could still plant and harvest. He was a DeKalb dealer for over 40 years, served on the Fairmont School Board for 8 years, was a founding member of the Fairmont Lions Club, and a member of the Cummunity Church of Fairmont for 68 years, where he sang in the choir. He also served on the Co-op Board for 2 terms, the Fillmore County Development Board, and was honored by the Exeter Feeders and Breeders in 1997. Marvin and Delores enjoyed traveling to Hawaii, California, Texas, Florida, Arizona, Iowa and Alaska. Marvin and Delores bought a home in Mesa, AZ in 1996 where they escaped the Nebraska winters. He always called Mesa "being in Paradise". Marvin and Delores developed many close friends from all over the Midwest and Canada. they spent time playing shuffleboard, golfing, playing cards, traveling around Phoenix, and especially trips to "Tortilla Flats". Marvin loved to eat, especially chicken, and ice cream, and of course, all foods go with the only beverage, "coffee". Presently the Roper family consists of Delores, daughter Tammy and husband Dick Kohler, son Gary and wife Cheryl; 6 grandchildrn, and 14 great grandchildren. Marvin never knew a stranger, and all meals or a cup of coffee ended with a conversation with someone in the restaurant. It normally took 5-10 minutes before the gathering became "old friends." Marvin always said, "You should live each day to its fullest!" Funeral services for Marv were held January 30, 2017 at the Fairmont Community Church. The service was conducted by Pastor Brad Barrows & Rev. Del Roper. Organist was Nancy Jo Galusha, vocalists was the Church Choir, who sang "Fill My Cup Lord" and "His Eye is on the Sparrow". Casket Bearers were Marcus Roper, Greg Oliva, Luke Meyer, Rob Roper, Melvin Oliva and Drew Terrel. Honorary Casket Bearers were Richard Janing, Jerry Galusha, Robert Galusha, Paul Bettger, Gene Nichols, Scott Oliva, Dennis Oliva, Mark Oliva Howard Lefler and Ron Isley. Military Graveside services were held at the Fairmont Cemetery, conducted by the Fairmont American Legion Lt. Forbes Post 21. The Nebraska Signal February 8th, 2017

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Where is Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper's memorial?
Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper's memorial is located at: Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA.
When did Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper death?
Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper death on 22 Jan 2017 in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Marvin Allen “Marv” Roper's memorial?
Latitude: 40.6267014
Longitude: -97.5674973

Family Members:

Parent

Curtis Wilbur Roper

(1897 - 1961)

Alta Mary Avery Roper

(1900 - 1981)

Spouse

Delores Ann Oliva Roper

(1939 - 2020)

Siblings

Duaine Lee “Buck” Roper

(1933 - 2016)

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Coordinate: 40.6267014, -97.5674973

2. Fairmont Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6394005, -97.5689011

3. Roe Cemetery
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7. Exeter Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6521988, -97.4364014

8. Grafton Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6157990, -97.7106018

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10. Saint Josephs Cemetery
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13. Holoch Cemetery
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14. Lushton Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.7125100, -97.7317100

15. Blue Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.7571983, -97.4535980

16. Gilmore Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.7705994, -97.4847031

17. Chelsea Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4808006, -97.4882965

18. Turkey Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6042700, -97.3502200

19. Tvrz Cemetery
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20. Bohemian Brethren Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.5098300, -97.4058300

21. Kasak Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.5393000, -97.3683000

22. Mennonite Cemetery
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23. Saint Marys Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4816700, -97.7295400

24. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
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