Marvin Ray Chatham Obituary
In loving memory of Marvin Ray Chatham (Columbus, Georgia), who departed this world on July 12, 2025 at the age of 81. Marvin Ray leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marvin Ray Chatham to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mamie Simmons Chatham and Marvin Smith Chatham; his stepfather Calvin Krause; his wife Jan; his son Calvin Chatham; his granddaughters, Brittany McCormick and Kimberly Chatham; and his sister Linda Green.
He is survived by: his children, Lynn Smith, James Yates and Melissa Powell; his sister Elizabeth Wooddell; his grandchildren, Candice, Alison, Heidi, Crystal, Christopher, Michael, David, Avory, Jacob and Justin; and his siblings-in-law, Fredda Ward, Glenda Camper and Eudson Sellers. He is also survived by his 21 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.
