George Marvin Crook

George Marvin Crook, Jr., passed away on February 6, 2019 at Hospice House of Union County. He was born January 19, 1949 to the late George Marvin Crook Sr., and Jean Clontz Crook. He is survived by his Aunt Dorothy Emmaline Crook, several cousins and Margaret Desio, her two daughters and a large extended family. Marvin spent his childhood in Monroe and graduated from Monroe High School. His broadcasting career spanned over 50 years beginning at WMAP in Monroe, WCPL in Pageland, SC., WDZD in Shallotte, NC., and was the Director of WDZD 99.1 in Monroe. Marvin, also known as The Night Rocker, Marvelous Marv and Super Car, enjoyed Motown music, UNC basketball, Atlanta Braves baseball, the NC Mountains and his beloved Ocean Isle Beach. Marvin’s love of classic cars, Corvettes, Thunderbirds and Corvairs, was known throughout the Southeast. His infectious laugh and fun-loving personality will be remembered by all. Funeral Service will be held at 3:00pm Friday, February 8, 2019 in Gordon Funeral Chapel, 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112, burial will follow in Lakeland Memorial Park. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00pm until 2:45pm at Gordon Funeral Service. Memorials may be made to WDZD, a 5013© Non-Profit Organization, 201 North Main Street, Suite 102, Monroe, 28112 and Hospice of Union County; 700 West Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110. Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com Gordon Funeral Service is caring for the Crook Family.