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Data source is Mable Mummau Hershey, E-mail MABHER@aol.com
Marlin H. Mummau, 77, of Manheim, entered into Eternal Life on Saturday, August 20, 2011 surrounded by his loving family at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mount Joy. Born in Manheim, he was the son of the late Abram R. and Frances Hollinger Mummau. Marlin is survived by his wife of 56 years, Catherine “Kay” Robinson Mummau.
Marlin started his working career as an independent truck driver; he then was employed as a long distance truck driver for the Charles Chips Company. Marlin was the owner and operator of Mar-Kay Distributors, Manheim from 1972 to 1985. After retiring, he returned to driving truck part time for Todd Berry Trucking and Mid-State Delivery Service. He was a life-long resident of Manheim and a 54 year member of Salem United Methodist Church Manheim, where he served faithfully as captain of the usher and offering teams for many years.
In 1984 Marlin was elected to the Manheim Central School Board and served two terms. He enjoyed vacationing at the beach with his family, and spending winters at his home in Naples, FL. His other interests were attending public sales, listening to polka music, and following the Phillies. His life-long passion was his family and was a proud father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren and loved spending quality time with his large family.
Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters: Tina M. wife of Edward L. Dagen of Manheim, Tammy K. wife of Ray L. Sauder of Lancaster, Terri C. wife of Rich Briskie of Manheim, two sons: Tim W. husband of Jill E. Stoner Mummau of East Petersburg, Ted W. husband of Kelli R. Grove Mummau of Mount Joy, 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, two brothers: J. Harold husband of Darlene Graybill Mummau , Abram H. husband of Elaine Denlinger Mummau all of Manheim, two sisters: Blanche wife of John H. Charles of Millersville, and Nelda wife of Elvin Metzler of Perkasie.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service at the Salem United Methodist Church 140 North Penn Street, Manheim on Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 10:30 AM with Pastor Melinda L. McKonly officiating. Interment will be in Hernley Mennonite Cemetery, Rapho Township. There will be a viewing at the church on Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with additional viewing time on Thursday morning from 9:30 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent in Marlin’s memory to Salem Family Ministries C/O Salem United Methodist Church 140 North Penn Street Manheim, PA 17545.
Funeral Service
Thursday August 25, 2011, 10:30 AM at Salem United Methodist Church