Marvin Leroy Halstead

Marvin Leroy Halstead, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at St. Charles Hospital in Bend, Oregon. Marvin was born on April 27, 1933, in Primrose, Nebraska, to Lester and Marceline Halstead, Marvin grew up in Hermiston, Oregon.

Marvin proudly served his country as a private in the 1st Cavalry of the Army. After his military service, he dedicated 30 years of his career to the Highway Department of Oregon as a grader operator. Marvin and Phyllis made their home in Mitchell, Oregon where they lived the last 55 years.

Marvin is survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Phyllis Halstead; his children, Robert Halstead and Cheri & Bob Cook; and his grandchildren, Brian and Lovelyn Halstead, Bobbie and Wayne Thomasson, and Brandie and Larry McNamee. He also leaves behind nine cherished great-grandchildren: Analise & Kaden Thomasson, Addie, Avery, and Alex McNamee, and Johnathan, Josephina, Johanna, and Jocelyn Halstead. Marvin will join his deceased daughter, Michelle Rene.

Marvin had a passion for hunting, rock hounding, and farming, activities that brought him great joy throughout his life.

A memorial service to celebrate Marvin's life will be held on October 26, 2024, at 11 am at the Baptist Church in Mitchell, Oregon.

Marvin will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.