Marvin Herman, PhD, 87, passed away on January 2nd, 2015 in Indianapolis. Marvin was born on March 2nd, 1927 in New York City. He received his undergraduate degree in engineering from Drexel University and his masters and doctorate in metallurgical engineering from The University of Pennsylvania. It was there that he met his beloved wife of 59 years, Lola Starer. He worked for the Detroit Diesel Allison Division of General Motors and also taught several engineering courses at IUPUI.
Marvin was preceded in death by his wife, Lola (2010). He is survived by three brothers; four children: Marc (Sarah), Michael (Kelli), Debbie (Alon), and Shelley (Vern); six grandchildren: Avigal, Jamie, Guy, Sydney, Gil, and Shai.
Services are being held at Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary, Monday, January 5th at 1 pm. Donations may be made to Riley Hospital for Children, in memory of Marvin and Lola Herman.