Marvin Robert Timmerman, 78, of Mt. Union, died Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Marvin was born August 1, 1947 in Kirksville, MO. (Although Marvin’s parents lived on a farm near Mt. Union, Marvin boldly chose to enter the world while the family was on vacation in Missouri). He was the son of Guey Clarence and Helen Louise (Watson) Timmerman. Marvin graduated from Winfield-Mt. Union High School as a member of the Class of 1965. On December 26, 1974 at the Open Bible Church in Winfield, Marvin was united in marriage to Kay Frances Schwartz.

Growing up on a farm, Marvin continued the practice on a rural Mt. Union farm. At the same time, Marvin pursued another career in welding. He began his trade with Bill Davis Welding in Winfield. This led Marvin to extend his career for Schmidt Construction, a company specializing in building bridges. Marvin eventually opened up Timmerman Welding where he continued his trade.

Marvin also practiced his trade for Midwest Central Railroad, where he operated Shop Services. It was a division of the MCRR which restored steam engines and crafted the parts necessary to operate locomotives. Marvin and his crew were especially noted for creating the “Michael Jackson Train”, which operated on Jackson’s property.

When Marvin was not farming or welding, he loved to be outdoors. He thoroughly enjoyed hunting duck, pheasant and deer, as well as fishing as much as he could. His interest in wildlife led him to raising baby quail with Orin “Bub” Kepper. Marvin’s love of the outdoors developed into memberships in organizations which promoted the outdoors, namely Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, White Tails Unlimited and the NRA.

Those thankful for sharing in Marvin’s life include his wife of 51 years, Kay of Mt. Union; a sister – LaVanda Timmerman of Mt. Pleasant; 3 children – Jeff (Heather) Timmerman of Mt. Pleasant, Larry (Sunshine) Sheeley of Monticello, KY and Belinda Baumert of Winfield; his grandchildren – Tristin Timmerman, Christina Miller, Katlen (David) Hughes, Mendy McCreight, Misty (Jason) Kellogg, Mark (Josh) Atcher and Melanie (Danny) Missey and his great grandchildren – Sarah and Beau Hughes, Koltin & Addi Little, Madisen, Kaylynn, Treyton, Brylee, Hannah, Kellogg, Jayda and Alex Nichols, Grayson Atcher and Tatum Missey.

Marvin’s parents, and son-in-law, Roger Baumert, precede him in death.

Marvin’s family will receive friends from 10AM to 12 Noon on Monday, March 9 at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant. A memorial funeral service for Marvin will take place at 12 Noon at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Trinity Cemetery, rural Mt. Union.

Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family for a charity to be determined at a later date.

Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com