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Dr. Marvin Daley
Dr. Marvin Daley passed away quietly at home on November 28, 2017 at the age of 84. He was a Colorado native but for the last year and a half he resided in Natchitoches Louisiana with his only daughter, who he referred to as his "favorite daughter." He was a renowned psychologist, researcher and college educator but was still a friend to everyone he met, especially if they enjoyed jazz music as enthusiastically as he did.
Dr. Daley played collegiate hockey at University of New Mexico and earned money to pay for his degrees and PhD in Psychology by being a drummer for multiple dance and jazz bands in Colorado, New Mexico and Texas. He was kind, charming and many referred to him as a genuinely good man. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Nancy E. Daley in 2004, the love of his life. He always spoke often of missing her wit, charm, intelligence and their hikes in the mountains.
Dr. Daley is survived by his daughter and husband, Kathleen and Eddie Perritt, their children, Rocky and Emily Perritt with children Chelsea and Claire, Alicia and Dale Carr with children Luci and Tripp, and Trent Perritt; his son S. Kevin Daley; and his son and wife Michael and Lisa Daley, their children Matthew and Christopher; and his dearest friends and "adopted" Colorado family Emmy Midyett, Kirk and Christine McMain.
A service to honor his life will be held at a later date in Colorado Springs, CO.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made to a US Veterans charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marvin Daley
Kevin Dlaey
November 30, 2021
I still miss you so much dad!
Kathleen and Molly Maguire
Kevin Daley
May 22, 2019
Dad, Even though we could not bring you like we thought, Kathleen and I are in Ireland visiting Kilkenny and Saint Kevins church as we promised. We miss you every day and think of you always.
Lawrence Wasserman
May 10, 2018
It is was shock that I just learned of the death of Marvin Daley today. I met Marvin in 1978 and continued speaking to him and visited him in Colorado Springs.
My sympathy to all the family and G_D rest his soul.
Lawrence Wasserman
May 10, 2018
As friend since 1977 can only say how sorrow I am to learn today that he is deceased. My prayers are with the family. G_D speed Marv we all miss you. Love Lawrence
Mike Anyan
December 27, 2017
Rocky, I just found out about the passing of your grandfather. My prayers are with you and your family.
Midyett Colorado Springs
December 10, 2017
Marvin was a dear friend and I loved him greatly. I will miss the time we spend together but will cherish the memories.
Christine McMain
December 10, 2017
Our hearts go out for all of you. We loved your dad and he had a special place in our hearts.
Paula Jones
December 3, 2017
Rocky and family,
With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Anna Cone
December 3, 2017
Thinking of you dearest cousins. Sorry that we can't be there in person to offer you our support and consolation. Sending you all big hugs and warm thoughts from the Cones in the cold and snowy North. xxx 000
Cynthia Dupree
December 2, 2017
My heart n soul you'll always be, my HotRod. I love you Marvin Daley, you're always in my heart. Luv u HotRod. Gods Speed. Rip.
Michael Bender
December 1, 2017
Kevin,
Deepest sympathies for you and your family. Take pride in the support you provided.
Shilpa
December 1, 2017
Kevin, My heartfelt condolence is with you and your family. May his soul rest in peace.
Jayashree Vaidyanathan
December 1, 2017
Kevin, very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Josie Hamilton
December 1, 2017
Kat, you and your family are in my prayers as you celebrate the homegoing of your dad!
Last Big Adventure with Dad (Nov 24, 2017)
Marvin Daley
November 30, 2017
Terri Masson
November 30, 2017
Trent, very sorry for the loss of your grand-father. Thoughts & prayers for you and your family.
Lisa Christopher
November 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family
Kevin Daley
November 30, 2017
You will be sorely missed Dad!
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