Marvin F. Hartmann, 80, died Friday, October 11, 2013, surrounded by his family.
Marvin was born on July 21, 1933, to Paul and Frieda Hartmann in Sealy, TX. He graduated from East Bernard High School, then served in the US Army, during which time he met his wife of 57 years, Astried, in Germany.
Marvin worked for Gulf States Tube Division of Quanex Corporation in Rosenberg where he retired as a material control and shipping supervisor after 33 years. He was also the first mayor of Beasley for 8 years starting in 1970, and brought many improvements to the community. Marvin lived and raised his children in Beasley, and spent much time with grandchildren and great grandchildren there.
Marvin is survived by his wife Astried, his two sons: Daryl and wife, Nancy, and Dale; three grandchildren: Salina Locke, Tami Kremers, and Kaitlyn Hartmann; and four great grandchildren: Lauryn, Lyndsey, Lylee, and Aiden.
Marvin was an active member of Hope Lutheran Church in Beasley, TX, serving as both a Councilman and then a Treasurer for many years. He also served in Beasley's Volunteer Fire Department as an Assistant Chief. As mayor of Beasley, Marvin was instrumental in bringing the city up to an incorporated status. He enjoyed working in his garden, boating and camping on the lake, spending time with family, grilling in the backyard, dancing to polka music, and of course, listening to and watching German music videos.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Frieda Hartmann, his brother-in-law, Peter Lange, who lived in Germany, and more recently, his brother, Roy Hartmann.
Pall Bearers will be Daryl Hartmann, Dale Hartmann, Russell Hartmann, John Locke, and Austin Kremers.
Visitation will be 5 - 7 PM Monday, October 14, 2013, at Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors Chapel, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471.
Funeral Services will be 11 AM Tuesday, October 15, 2013, at Hope Lutheran Church in Beasley, TX, with Rev. John Willman officiating. Burial will be 2 PM Tuesday at Sealy Cemetery, Sealy, TX.
Memorials may be given in his memory to Hope Lutheran Church, 7302 Avenue C, Beasley, TX 77417.
Condolence messages may be written for the Hartmann family at www.garmanycarden.com.
Services are under the direction of Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors , 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471 (281)342-4671.