Marva Blunt

Marva Elizabeth Blunt, affectionately known as “Marva Girl,” passed away on October 19, 2026, at the age of 37. She was born on June 13, 1989, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Elwell Hithe and the late Vernice Blunt.

Marva was the devoted mother of Marvin Blunt, Derri Williams, and Morgan Williams. Her children were her greatest joy, and she took pride in nurturing their personalities, teaching them life lessons, and celebrating their accomplishments.

Lovingly nicknamed “Creole Indian,” “Martha Steward,” and “Little Nanny,” Marva enjoyed cooking, baking, decorating, watching movies, and sipping tea. She learned to cook alongside her bonus mother, Antionette “Nanny” Ackerson, who continues to lovingly care for her children. Marva will be remembered for her spirited personality, love of family, and enthusiasm for celebrating the achievements of those she loved.

She is survived by her three children; her father, Elwell Hithe; her bonus mother, Antionette Ackerson; her siblings, Arnold Blunt, Derrick Blunt, Latoya Blunt, Darnell Blunt, Britney Blunt, Elwell Green, Lucien Burrell, and Allison Petrie; and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Vernice Blunt, and siblings, Bernice Blunt and Erskin Blunt.

Relatives and friends, also pastor, officers and members of Greater Little Zion Baptist Church, employees of Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, DePaul Community Health Center, The Free Store, Burger King, Warren Easton High School, Audubon Gentilly Charter School and Foster Care and Family Services are invited to attend a celebration of her life on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Greater Little Zion Baptist Church, 5130 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70117. Rev. Gilbert Scie, pastor officiating. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 10:00 a.m.