Marlin Greer

Marlin Everett Greer, 80 of Murray, Kentucky, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 6, 2023, at Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving wife, children, and grandchildren.

Marlin was born in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, on November 10, 1942, to the late Everett Greer and Nola Highsmith Greer. He was a professor at Murray State University where he taught electrical engineering. Marlin had a passion for teaching and spent his life devoted to mentoring, discipling, and teaching others. Marlin was a great adventurer and had a special love for God’s creation, spending time hiking, driving his tractor, camping, or just enjoying the sunsets, stars, and deer in his own backyard. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family. His wisdom, laughter, and playful nature were treasured by his loved ones. Marlin and his wife, Karen, have devoted their lives to extending their love far beyond the borders of their own family members. They were instrumental in founding Christian Community Church in Murray, Main Street Youth Center, and leading local prison ministries. From his journal, Marlin noted from Isaiah 58 in his own words, “The Lord has called us to set people free, to take in the poor.” His life faithfully reflected this commitment. Marlin was a member of Christian Fellowship Church.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Karen (Brown) Greer of Murray; five daughters, Kimberly Futrell (Jamie) of Paducah, Laura Prater (Craig) of Columbus, OH, Dawn Choate (Roger) of Paducah, Rachel Cary (Cleve) of Paducah, and Janise Page (Aaron) of Austin, TX, one son, Justin Jones of Paducah; two brothers, David Greer (Teff) and Leonard Greer (Sonnie); three sisters, Marilyn Johnson, Joyce Scott, and Greta Lawrence (Mike). He is also survived by grandsons Jackson Futrell, Cody Prater, Joshua Choate (Miranda), Jordan Choate, Isaac Choate, Drew Cary, Bryce Cary, Austin Cary, Aaron Page, Anthony Page, Alex Page, granddaughters Monica Ball (Stephen), Rebecca Futrell, Kylie Prater, Maggie Choate, Hannah Choate, Aleah Cary, Nola Jones, and one great-granddaughter, Ivy Choate.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Gail Parr, and his parents.

A funeral service for Marlin will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Christian Fellowship Church, US-68 Benton, KY, with Rev. Richie Clendenen officiating.  Interment will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery on Highway 94, Murray, KY.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Christian Fellowship Church, US-68, Benton, KY.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Healing Projects (made payable to WME-Healing Projects), 475 Calvert Dr., Paducah, KY 42003, or to CFM (memo line: Prison Ministry), 1343 US-68, Benton, KY 42025.