Marvin W. Jaffe

On October 17, 2021 in Potomac, MD, formerly of Leisure World in Silver Spring, MD and Delray Beach, FL. Beloved husband of the late Lenore S. Jaffe; devoted father of Adam Jaffe (Brenda Yarcag) and Matthew Jaffe (Holli Beckerman Jaffe); cherished grandfather of Ben and Lainie Jaffe. Marvin was predeceased by his brother Herbert Jaffe. Marvin was born in the Bronx, New York on December 17, 1923, the eldest son of Morris and Blanche Jaffe. After enrolling in City College of New York, Marvin enlisted at 18 in the U.S. Army and served in the Signal Corps in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He was a proud Jewish American war veteran. After his honorable discharge, he obtained a Masters’ degree in industrial engineering from Columbia University under the G.I. Bill. Marvin pursued a life-long career in engineering at Aerojet and Grumman/Northrup Grumman serving as an executive until his retirement. He and Lenore were married over 58 years and enjoyed family and friends. They liked plays, concerts, lectures, movies, travels, and dancing together throughout their lives. Marvin was an avid collector of postcards, stamps, and horse figurines. Marvin will be buried at Judean Memorial Gardens. May his memory be for a blessing.