Marvin Ray Bulger, the son of Eddie Herman and Gertie (Davis) Bulger, was born May 7, 1935, in Qulin, Missouri. He attended Qulin High School, graduating in 1953. He served his country in the Army National Guard.

Marvin was employed by Small Arms Factory, St. Louis, Missouri, before moving back to farm his family farm in Qulin. He raised row crops of beans, cotton, wheat, and rice and raised hogs and cattle. On June 7, 1957, Marvin was united in marriage to Frances Kay Anders at Mount Gilead Church, Clarkton, Missouri. They made their home in Qulin and became parents of two daughters, Jayne and Lesa. He retired in 1997. In 2002, they moved to Greers Ferry, Arkansas. In 2018, the couple moved to Tarkio, Missouri, to be closer to their family.

Marvin was an avid farmer and gardener. He loved to watch the miracle of plant life, from preparing the earth to harvesting. Marvin was well-known for his plump, juicy tomatoes. Although Marvin often said little, his wisdom regarding farming and gardening was phenomenal. He worked hard to provide for his family.

Marvin first and foremost loved the LORD. His beloved wife Kay was the love of his life. Marvin loved his daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He also loved his church.

Marvin was a member of First Baptist Church, Tarkio. He was a member of Gideons International for 20 years and Qulin Lions Club, and was a worker in the AWANA program – leading children to learn about Jesus. He also served as a Deacon for Westside Baptist Church, Greers Ferry. Marvin loved gardening and watching the St. Louis Cardinals. He passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home in Tarkio, at the age of 89.

Besides his parents, Marvin was preceded in death by sisters, Jearlean Griffin and Marie Harper; niece, Judy Lankheit; and nephew, David Griffin. Survivors include wife, Kay Bulger, Tarkio; daughters, Teresa Jayne (Glenn) Scott, Tarkio, and Lesa Kay (Frank) Bolling, Sheridan, Wyoming; grandchildren, Tre Scott, Tim (Christa) Scott, Amanda Scott, Chad (Kristen) Bolling, and Mark (Britny) Bolling; great-grandchildren, Tyler Donaldson, Christian, Camdyn, Landon, Everett, and Stella Scott, and Avery, Greyson, Quinnlee, and Hudson Bolling; sister, Alma (John) Jones; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at First Baptist Church, Tarkio, conducted by Pastor Tate Walker and Rev. Glenn Scott. A memorial service will be held in Qulin at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 22, at the Osborn Church with the inurnment following at 2:00 p.m. in the Qulin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Tarkio Nutrition Center or Qulin Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio. Online condolences may be left at www.minterfuneralchapels.com.