Funeral program for William Melvin

Sunrise
March 21, 1950
Sunset
June 2, 2015
Saturday, June 6, 2015
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Tlcfer W. (Davis - Officiating
Interment:
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Mr. William Melvin was born March 21, 1950 in Statesboro, Georgia to the
late Mr. Sam and Mrs. Daisy Melvin, both of whom preceded him in death.
He had three brothers, Sammy Melvin, Donell Melvin and Sylvester Melvin
all of whom also preceded him in death. He graduated high school from the
Evans County School System.
William was very active in the local community. He always worked tirelessly
to help youth make the right decision as well as some adults. He was a foster
parent for a number of years. William worked as a Paramedic with Evans
Memorial Hospital for 12 years before leaving to work for the Department
of Juvenile Justice at the Regional Youth Development Center. After working
at the RYDC he later became a Probation Officer, which is where he later
retired. After retirement he continued to be active in the community. He
helped out at the Evans County Sheriff Department as a Bailiff and also a
Jailer.
William is survived by a very loving and devoted wife, Emma Lee Melvin for 42
years. He leaves to cherish his memories to six devoted children, three daugh-
ters: Katina Crosby (Greg) of Columbia, SC, Kanasia Melvin of Bellville, GA,
Ayanna Doyle (Tommie) of Claxton, GA and also like a Daughter, Roxanne
Mckever. Three sons: William O. Melvin (Twilia) of Savannah, GA, Quincy
T. Melvin ( Natasha Mitchell ) of Pooler, GA, Brian K. Melvin of Claxton

Elder W. Davis, Officiating Pastor
Hymn...........................................Elder W. Davis
Old Testament..................................Apostle J. Mapp
New Testament..................................Elder E. Edwards
Prayer.........................................Elder A. Dudley
Solo...........................................Ms. Gail Bacon
Solo.........................................Sis. Gloria Kilcrease
Remarks as a friend..........................Mr. Earl Anderson
Remarks as a Ghurch Member...................Dea. Wayne Mills
Solo.....................................Mrs. Cynthia Calhoun
Selection..............................Bailey Young Adult Choir
Acknowledgements.........................Harpers Funeral Home
Eulogy.........................................Elder J. Taylor
Recessional
The family will receive fiends and share repast
at United House of Prayer For All People in Bellville, Georgia.
Bobby Tompkins
Larry Tompkins
Emery Tompkins
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Ronnie Tompkins
Stanley Tompkins
Ricky Tompkins
Friends of the Family
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the many kind
acts extended during this time of sorrow. Your prayers, cards, calls, visits, gifts
of food, and other kind deeds, have been and are a constant source of strength.
Gods richest blessing for each of you is our prayer.
- The Melvin Family
Professional Services Entrusted To:
HARPERS FUNERAL HOME
125 North Broad Street Claxton, Georgia 30417
(912) 739-2658
Juanita B. Hodges Yvonne Hodges Harold Jones
Owner General Manager Assistant Manager