Marvin Curtis David

April 16, 1913 - May 27, 2013

Marvin Curtis David April 16, 1913 – May 27, 2013 Marvin Curtis David, 100 years old, passed away May 27, 2013 of natural causes in the arms of his beloved wife Gladys. He lived a long, eventful life and is now with the Lord. Born in 1913, he lived through the Great Depression which instilled in him a strong desire to succeed. He approached life with that energy and drive. He graduated from Oregon State University in 1940 with a Forestry Degree, then worked in lookouts and fire fighting for the US Forest Service. His stories from this time in his life will be remembered by his grandchildren always. He went on to work in various jobs including selling Wearever Cookwear – door to door – when he met and married Gladys Logsdon on July 28, 1951. They were married for 61 years. He went on to sell Modernfold doors for 35 years while raising his family in Portland, Oregon. After the kids left the house, he and Gladys became world travelers often “leading” groups of other travelers. His hobbies include hiking, photography, and gardening. Marvin committed his life to Jesus at a young age. His faith and church have been a major priority of his life. He is survived by his 4 children, Valerie Gottlieb, Jan Klein, Paul David, and Keith David; 10 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Portland First Church of the Nazarene on Saturday, June 1st at 11:00 am. The family requested that rather than flowers, they donate to the Marvin David Memorial Fund through Portland First Church of the Nazarene.