Submitted by: Dan Rich

Marvin Morris Knoblich

Aug. 29, 1920 - June 2, 2002

South Bend Tribune 6/5/2002

Marvin Morris Knoblich, 81, known fondly to his family and friends as "Marv," "Knobbie," "Dad" and "Grandpa," peacefully passed away at 6:10 a.m. on Sunday, June 2, in his home. Born in Gary, Ind., Marvin had been a resident of South Bend, Ind., since 1953. He was a graduate of Valparaiso High School, the University of Illinois for his bachelor's degree in 1943 and his law degree in 1947. He also received an MBA from Indiana University at South Bend in 1982.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mildred Knoblich of South Bend; by his four daughters, Joan (Greg) Wahlman of Houston, Texas, Jean Wallace of Scottsdale, Ariz., Mary (Tim) Wynkoop of Roswell, Ga., and Theresa King of Chicago, Ill.; his two sons, John (Sheila) Knoblich of Acworth, Ga., and Tom (Karen) Knoblich of South Bend; and by 10 grandchildren and four step- grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son, William Joseph Knoblich in 2001; and by his brother, Gordon Knoblich in 1981.

Marvin retired from Reliance/ Dodge Manufacturing Company in 1981 after 29 years of service as credit manager and assistant secretary/ treasurer. He spent the prior eight years with a private law firm. He formerly served on the board of directors for People's Federal Savings and Loan, Michiana Credit Men's Association and the South Bend Civic Planning Association. He was a past member of the Michiana Credit Men's Association, the South Bend Civic Planning Association, The Serra Club of South Bend, and served as local treasurer for the Boy Scouts of America. He was an active member of the Michiana Male Chorus, the local chapter of Right to Life, Little Flower and Notre Dame parishes. Marvin inspired and enlightened all those who knew and loved him. As an avid fisherman and Notre Dame fan, Marvin thrived on "the best catch and extra points." His wife, children, family and friends will always remember him as a man of wisdom, intelligence, faith, laughter and love. We will always love this man and miss him tremendously.

The family will greet friends from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. today, June 5, in the McGann Funeral Home, University Area Chapel, 2313 E. Edison Road, South Bend, where a wake service will be at 3:30 p.m.

Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 6, in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Notre Dame.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Joseph County, 111 Sunnybrook Court, South Bend, IN 46637. God greets and welcomes you Marvin, with open arms at heaven's gate. Rest in peace in your long-awaited home.