Marvin Lee Hill

Marvin Lee Hill, 79, of Boise, passed away on April 25, 2025. It brings the family peace to know he found the path to rest.

Marv was born on April 27, 1945 in La Grande, Oregon to Merna Lila (Stewart) Hill and Lloyd Earl Hill. As the youngest of four boys, he learned to be easy-going and was able to perfect his funny “antics”. He enjoyed and thrived in carrying on a conversation or telling a story. A cup of coffee and someone to share it with made him happy. Marv was not about the journey or the destination – just the good company along the way. 

Marv’s early years were spent in Gooding. The family then moved to Cascade, where he graduated high school in 1965. He loved music, dancing, sports and singing. Old Elvis Presley vinyl 45’s accompanied him to the Friday night dances. He could really cut-a-rug when he hit the dance floor. Marv scored the winning extra point, as Cascade’s High School kicker, in the State football championship game. He continued as a lifelong BSU football fan. Marv’s voice could be heard as the rich bass or baritone in the Choir. He is surely singing in his new heavenly home!

While the fish were not eager to jump on Marv’s hook, he spent a lifetime loving to fish with family. A passion he picked up from his father. He never wanted to pass on an opportunity to connect in nature, over the shared experience of camping and boating with those he loved.

With a passion for archery hunting, Marv never missed a chance to join his buddies at elk camp. His fondest memories are of his annual hunting trip. Experiencing the solitude of the outdoors, the story telling around the camp fire, the challenge of hunting, and the downtime, created memories that lasted Marv’s lifetime.

Marv had a long and successful career at the Boise (VA) Veteran’s Administration. After accepting several promotions, he retired as a Materials Handler in the VA Warehouse. He was able to experience the satisfaction of a job well done.

Marv spent a lifetime serving in the Armed Forces. His military service began after enlisting in the Air Force out of high school. After completing his first commitment, he joined the Army National Guard where he retired as an E6 Staff Sergeant Cook. His work ethic, along with the sacrifices he made, illustrate his perseverance. He worked hard and was a good provider to his family.

Marv is survived by his three daughters with first wife Bonnie Jean (Coates) Hill of Boise; Marceen (Greg) Price of Kamiah, Kara (Daniel) Hidalgo of Teton, Cheree (James) Richärd of Boise; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and cousins. 

Marv is preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Faye (Wardle) Hill. The two met at a dance and were married on October 5, 1996. May they rest in peace. We will always carry them in our hearts.

Marv found solace and community at Edgewood Spring Creek in Meridian. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the wonderful staff. Also, a heartfelt thank you goes out to the ICU and Neurology Dept. staff at St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center.