Mr. Marvin Bonaparte Obituary in Orangeburg at Simmons Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. Marvin Bonaparte

Funeral services for Mr. Marvin Bonaparte, 58, of Orangeburg, SC, will be held 1:00 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Simmons Funeral Home Chapel, 2868 Columbia Road, Orangeburg, SC with interment to follow in the Belleville Memorial Gardens, 2900 Belleville Road, Orangeburg, SC. Rev. Dr. Charcey N. Priester is officiating.

Marvin Bonaparte, the son of Cullie and Helen Gooden Bonaparte, was born January 7, 1963 in Manhattan, New York. He gained his wings on July 10, 2021 at Kershaw Medical Center.

Marvin was educated in the public schools of Orangeburg County and was a graduated of Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School. Post graduation, he attended Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, where he received his Associate's Degree.

Marvin worked security for a privately owned company as well as Husqvarna Outdoor Products for many years, until his death.

Marvin accepted Christ at an early age, was baptized, and was a long-standing member of St. Paul Baptist Church, Orangeburg, SC.

Marvin also had a love for sports and played softball for several teams in Orangeburg.

Marvin was preceded in death by his grandparents: the late Nathan & Marie Gooden and the late Isaiah & Elizabeth Bonaparte; and one brother, Raymond Bonaparte.

Marvin leaves to cherish fond memories, his parents; one daughter, Whitney Bonaparte of Orangeburg, SC; two sons: Mydrell Bonaparte of Orangeburg, SC and Marquis Bonaparte of Summerville, SC; five sisters: Doris Redd, Gloria Bonaparte, Cotrina (Jerry) Robinson and Stephanie (Marion) Boyd all of Orangeburg, SC and Tonya Reid of Charlotte, NC; tow adopted brothers: Jerry (Tosha) Moody of Orangeburg, SC and Marvin Hunter of Philadelphia, PA; one brother raised in the home, Johnny (Renee) Dantzler; six grandchildren: Kenderius Pauling, Kamaurion Pauling, Mar'Laja Bonaparte and Taelyn Goodwin all of Orangeburg, SC, MyDerin Bonaparte of Atlanta, GA and A'Miyah Bonaparte of Columbia, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and dear friends.

Visitation will be held Saturday, July 17, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Friends and family may call the residence of his parents, Cullie and Helen Bonaparte, 1891 Atlantic Avenue, Orangeburg, SC or Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Please adhere to all COVID-19 precautions.

Online condolences may be sent simmonsfuneralhome.com

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Our Deepest Sympathy to the family. May the Lord give you strength during this most difficult hour. Raymond & Thelma S. Watson

My deepest condolences to the Bonaparte family. Praying for your strength. S.I.P Marvin. Angela McLeod Taylor. Winston-Salem, NC.

Cynthia & I just heard of our dear Marvin passing as Whitney came by to tell us today. My prayers are with the entire Bonaparte Family. Now another T C Star is above watching and guiding us. I know him and Danny were yelling during that playoff game tonight (both routing for the opposite team 🤪)!! May you all gain strength through the seconds, minutes, hours, etc to come. I am keeping you all in my prayers as I know you are for Cynthia & I. As you know it's never easy but it will get a little easier with time. Love you all and will stop by later next week .May God give you strength!!
Patty & Cynthia Lingard TC Stars Fam

Our sincere condolences to the Bonaparte Family, Marvin will always be remembered for his genuine personality and lively spirit. Prayers of encouragement to his family and friends. Much love from the National Body of Christ Ministries and Presiding Bishop Winford Thompson

My condolences to the Bonaparte family. Marvin will truly be missed. 🙏🏽❤️
Joan Roberts Reed

Our deepest condolences and prayers for the family. Many blessings, Mr. Marion (Cinthia) Wolfe

To Uncle Cullie & Aunt Helen and entire Bonaparte Family, We must remember, that those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. May Brother Marvin now rest safely in God's hands. With Love, Sister Katrina Bonaparte & son Kendall Benjamin

Marvin you and your family are in our prayers. You will be missed. The Wilson Family (Peggye, Pia and Clarence II) and the Bailey Family-Tokyo, Japan

My deepest sympathy to the loss of your love one he was a kind friendly and caring young man

My prayers to Marvin's family. 🙏🏽 Linda Smiley Badger

So sorry to hear the passing of Marvin. He was always a delight to see every month. He always have a smile and always made me smile in return. I'm going to miss my friend. Sending my condolences to the family and 3Qmy prayers for comfort may God bless you all. Rest easy my friend I'm going to miss you. Janet Budget Mini Storage

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble - Psalms 46:1. Please accept my condolences on the passing of Marvin Bonaparte.

On that day all you said was "I'm tired" I'm just tired! I never thought that would be the last day that I saw you . We have prayed for you relentlessly but in the end God knows best. I will never forget your character " always about fun". Take your rest brother I know where you're at. My Condolences to the whole fam he will truly be missed!

To the family of Marvin Bonaparte,we are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers may God bless and keep you 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Clesia and Dianne Nelson

Marvin so sorry to hear of your passing. Marvin really did have a beautiful heart. I will always remember all the laughs, jokes and good times you shared with our family. Sometimes we would go a long while without seeing Marvin and when we did see him it was like we saw him the day before. He was a very hardworking man and always spoke so proudly of his children. My deepest condolences to family and loved ones. May God grant you all peace and strength. Blessings to you all. Rest In Peace Marvin.

Continue to trust in God and know that God has prepared a special place for Marvin and there is where you will meet him again. Melvin and Charlotte

One of my dearest friends. He was a loyal and fun loving brother who would give you the shirt off of his back and was always dependable. Gonna miss him. My deepest condolences to the Bonaparte Family. Praying for you all. Agape. Gordon Corbit

One of my dearest friends. He was a loyal and fun loving brother who would give you the shirt off of his back and was always dependable. Gonna miss him. My deepest condolences to the Bonaparte Family. Praying for you all. Agape

Sorry for your loss.

To The Bonaparte Family, Extending my deepest sympathy to you during this time.My prayers and blessing are with you. Sarah Herring Norwalk CT

Found out Marvin was born 14 days before me January 20th, 1963. We were friends in high school. He is now dancing with his angel wings. Gonna miss you.

Sorry for the loss you of our classmate. Praying for peace and strength for the family

Marvin was a very kind and friendly person,Im sure he's resting in peace,his soul is at rest.He will be missed by many.God please give the Boneparte family,peace and understanding due to the departure of there love one,Anthony Lawson and family.

In times like these, we know you have a strong tower that you can lean on. Continue to trust in the Lord, as we hold your family in our hearts with prayer. James and Glorious Cuttino