HARKER Marvin

MARVIN SAMUEL HARKER, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at the Lethbridge hospital on July 3, 2013 in the loving embrace of his wife of 52 years, Alice Levering Harker. Born May 7, 1922, Marvin was raised in Glenwood surrounded by family, friends and faith. Marvin is survived by his wife Alice and three children: Rhoda Sheena of Maple Ridge, B.C., John (Tami) of Vernon B.C., James (Lara) of Camas, WA. and 15 grandchildren; his brothers Herbert (Myrna) and Gary. He was predeceased by his daughter Holli, two grandsons, parents Sam & Rhoda Harker, sister Helen Leavitt and brother Bob. He worked the Harker farm for most of his first 35 years then decided to further his education in Arizona. There he met Alice and they were married June 6, 1960. They moved to Alberta where he began a career in teaching. After having taught across the province he returned to Glenwood where he completed his teaching career at Levern on the Blood Indian Reserve. Marvin, an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has held offices in the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthood. He was a missionary in the Western Canadian Mission from 1946-48 and Marvin and Alice served a family history mission together in Salt Lake City, UT. Marvin Harker’s life was one of quiet service and hard work. He was a gift of kindness and a cheerful word. We will miss you Dad. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Glenwood, AB on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 11:00 a.m., with Bishop Doug Smith officiating. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Glenwood Cemetery. Email your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net

Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.

P.O. Box 208

Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0

Phone (403) 653-3222

Fax (403) 653-3677

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