Marvin''s son, of the same name, competed in the same machinery - sprint cars! Marvin himself ran a jeep and Triumph dealership in Adrian, but was diagnosed with MS in 1963. By 1968, he was in a wheelchair, 4 years later he sold his business and 2 years after that, the illness had killed him. Started racing under his brother Aldon''s name. Fought in Korea, and as well as his dealerships, also ran an automotive repair business.

Biography last updated 4 Oct 2010