Mr. Marvin Ray Wescott

July 7, 1937 - May 28, 2022

Marvin Ray Wescott, 84, formerly of Carthage passed away 10:22 Saturday evening May 28, 2022. Marvin was born to Elvis Wescott Sr. and Margurite Wescott (Hamilton) on July 7, 1937 in Carthage Mo. Marvin was a longtime Jasper County resident. He worked for the Division of Employment Security for several years before retiring in 1998. Some of Marvin's favorite pastimes were square-dancing and an occasional casino trip. He also enjoyed football, bowling and boxing. Marvin married Fern O'Dell Pippin on September 17, 1977 in Carthage, Missouri; she survives. Additional survivors would include one daughter, Cathy Hayes (Chet) of Kimberling City, Missouri; one brother, Gary Wescott of Carthage; two sisters, Velma and Lois; three grandchildren Kristen Martin (Scott), Jason Benward (Darcy), Meggie Etris (Josh); eight great grandchildren Sam Martin, Ben Martin, Zac Martin, Nova Etris, Charley Benward, Maverick Etris, Harrison Benward, and Cooper Benward. Marvin was preceded in death by one son Reggie Pippin, 2014; one granddaughter Reggina Pippin, 1988; his parents, Elvis and Margurite Wescott; two brothers Steve Wescott and Elvis Wescott Jr.; and one sister Carolyn Payne. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2022, at Weaver Cemetery in Oronogo, Missouri. Contributions may be made to the Joplin Humane Society in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.ulmerfh.com. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.