Obituary of Marvin Lucien Leblanc

Marvin Lucien LeBlanc P.E., PMP, 62, passed away unexpectedly early Monday, November 21, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents Fred and Marion LeBlanc. Left to cherish Marvin’s memory are his loving wife, Patricia (Thacker) LeBlanc; son Nathan LeBlanc and wife, Brittany; daughter Ashley Bullington and husband, Jacob; brothers Kevin LeBlanc, Daniel LeBlanc and wife, Diane; brother-in-laws Jerry Thacker, Troy Thacker and wife, Glenda; grandson Jackson; and nephew Aaron.

Marvin was born on April 4, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas. Growing up he was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and earned his Eagle Scout Award. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A & M Kingsville, and later a Master of Science degree from the University of Houston.

Marvin was a Mechanical Engineer who worked at NASA and proudly served his country in the United States Navy Reserve. He was a member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and was awarded TSPE Engineer of the year in 1995. Marvin was also a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and was named an ASME White House Fellow in 1997.  

Marvin was a member of the National Association of Sports Officials Gulf Coast Football Chapter who transitioned to the Houston Chapter and rose to the top of this profession working for the NFL as an Instant Replay Official. He worked Instant Replay review in the LI and LIV Super Bowls. He was always willing to talk officiating with anyone looking to improve their game.

Marvin loved Cajun music and crawfish season. He enjoyed rebuilding his wife’s grandfather’s 1966 Ford Galaxie with his brothers and son. Marvin loved driving his 1990 corvette, as long as it was a sunny day. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Services for Marvin will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 West Broadway, Pearland, Texas. Visitation is scheduled from 2:00 – 3:00 pm. The service will follow at 3:00 pm.