Marlin James Bunch, son of Kyle and Judy Bunch; and husband of Beth Bunch, daughter of Pete and Dee Fields, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Aug. 20, 2021.

Marlin was born on Jan. 27, 1968 in Sulphur, La. He grew up attending Houston River Baptist Church. Several years ago, he recommitted his life to the Lord. Since then, he served in many churches around the community, teaching and doing ministry with his wife, Beth, “helping people take back what the enemy tried to steal.” He became a student of the Bible and started a text message ministry, sending inspiring devotionals that were shared all over the country.

Marlin was devoted to his family and grandchildren; and was a father to many, even when he didn’t have to be. His passions were serving God, riding his Harley, working in his shop, and making sure the people around him had their needs met ahead of his own. He was well-known for being a man of honor and character who was always willing to do anything that was needed of him. If Marlin couldn’t do it, it couldn’t be done.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Bunch; daughter, Jaci Bunch and fiance Charles Duhon; son TJ and wife Christian; son Danny; son Randy and wife Sam; grandchildren, Piper, ShayAnn, Ollie, RayLee, Ezra, and one on the way; mother, Judy; father-in-law, Pete Fields and wife Dee; sister, Darla Carroll and husband Shannon; brother-in-law Neal Lee and wife Catherine; sister-in-law, Joanna McBroom and husband Charlie; and a host of nieces and nephews. Marlin was also a father-figure to many young men and women in the community.

Marlin was preceded in death by his father, Kyle James Bunch; mother-in-law, Terri Barton; and sister-in-law, Mitzie Barton.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, Aug. 23, 2021 at Victory Worship Center, located at 1410 West Napoleon Street in Sulphur, La. Friends and family are invited to share memories of Marlin during a time of fellowship from 3 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The service will begin at 5 p.m.