Marva Patricia Ann DuPont

Marva Patricia Ann DuPont, born on April 28, 1949, in Jacksonville Beach, Duval County, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026, embraced by the love of her family and friends. Marva was a beacon of warmth and resilience, touching countless lives with her spirit and enduring strength. She was born to Estell Miller then later raised by her aunt and uncle Rosa Lee and Gus Smalls. Marva was the cherished sister to a large family. She was predeceased by her mother, six siblings, two brothers-in-law, and her beloved grandson. Despite these losses, Marva's heart remained a wellspring of love and care for her surviving family: her devoted spouse, Henry DuPont, her children, Joseph Spann, Aubrey Smoak, Tonja Wilson, and Stephan Smalls, as well as a multitude of grandchildren, five sisters, two brothers, a sister-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews. Marva was a proud alumna of St. Pius Catholic private school in Savannah, Georgia, where she excelled in her studies and nurtured a lifelong love for learning. Her career at Kamira Chemical Plant was marked by dedication and hard work, culminating in her retirement in 1989. Her colleagues remember her as a woman of integrity and determination. A devoted member of the Mount Olive Baptist Church in Plant City, Florida, Marva found solace and community within its walls. Her faith was a guiding force throughout her life, and her church family cherished her deeply. Marva's personality was a tapestry of sweet yet stern qualities, woven together with her intelligence and warmth. Her smile could light up a room, and her laughter was truly contagious. She was a giver, always ready to lend a helping hand, and her love for travel enriched her life with adventure and joy. Her closest friends, Joey Osborne and Sister Pope, along with many other dear companions, will fondly remember her kindness and generosity. Marva's life was a testament to the power of friendship and the enduring bonds of love. A service celebrating Marva's extraordinary life will be held on October 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to a charity of choice, honoring Marva's giving spirit. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has joined them in celebrating Marva's life and standing by them during this time of loss. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.