Samuel Marvin Womack was born May 3, 1932, near Wisner, Louisiana, and passed from this life on November 22, 2020, at home with the love of his life by his side. He is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Sarah Evelyn Womack, sons Tony Womack and wife Melissa of Wake Forest, NC; Paul Womack and wife Joni of Mangham; and Jimmy Womack of Sicily Island. In addition, he is survived by his granddaughter Britney Womack and the two lights of his lifeJase and Lucas Womack. Also left behind to cherish his memory are his sister Lynetta Womack and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends too numerous to list.
Marvin proudly served his country in the US Air Force in several postings in the western United States and one overseas posting during the Korean conflict. He remained in the USAF Reserves for over 20 years following the end of that conflict.
Chances are that if you have lived in Franklin Parish very long you either bought parts from him when he ran the NAPA store in Winnsboro, or perhaps you bought a whole car from him when he was with Scogin Chevrolet. Or maybe you simply exchanged a wave with him when he was on his way to the cotton gin or grain elevator when he farmed. Or maybe you ran into him on a lake or maybe in the deer woods after he retired. Many of you stood with him in his steadfast presence in church where he served faithfully his entire life. Regardless, wherever you encountered him, he had a smile on his face and was genuinely glad to see you. He truly loved you all.
A private graveside service was held on November 24, 2020 under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. A larger public memorial will be held in the future when it is safer for us all to join together to remember him, to tell stories, to sing songs, and to bid him farewell until we are with him again.
Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com .