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Melvin Hatchell Obituary
Virginia Beach - Melvin "Mack" Hatchell, 92, of Virginia Beach has gone to be with his Lord on Friday 13, 2012. He was born in Hartsville, SC on October 26, 1919. Long-time member of Thalia Lynn Baptist Church.
Predeceased by his father (Malcolm) and mother (Lela); sister Edna Hammonds; brother Allen Hatchell and previous wife Nina Hatchell.
Survived by his devoted wife and "Sugar Lump" of 18 years Eileen Hatchell; his daughter Valerie Hall (Tom); two sons Mack Hatchell Jr (Cathy) and Daryl Hatchell; three grandchildren Robin Creef (Randy), Michael Hatchell and Jason Hatchell (Leann) and numerous step-children and great grandchildren.
Mack retired after 20 years of faithful service in the Marine Corps as a Master Sargeant. He served in Guadalcanal, Iwo Jima in the Pacific and then the Korean Conflict. Besides being a Deputy Sherriff in Suffolk, he owned and operated Mack's Barber Shop in Portsmouth for many years. His hobbies were camping, dancing, dabbling in construction projects around the home which included his famous and renowned front yard swing equipped with every necessity under the sun. Mack made everyone he met feel loved and important and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He had a generous spirit and always had a kind word to say about everyone.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Sunday, July 15, at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, July 16, at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church. Private burial with full military honors will be held at a later date at Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mack's name to The Injured Semper Fi Fund. Please share your condolences with the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Melvin Hatchell
Terri Hardin
August 3, 2012
Eileen,
" I'm so sorry to hear about Mack. I'll always remember how he encouraged me to sing with the various bands at Hardee's. Now I'm singing with a band. I will miss his wonderful smile that lite up the room and his signature "Red" sweater. I loved watching the both of you dancing together when I sang one of those old country songs. You can feel and see the love you both had. He will be missed at the Farmer's Market and Hardee's. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers."
Phyllis Obander
July 28, 2012
Eileen and Family, So sorry to hear about Mack. God blessed you both when he brought you together. Keep in touch,- we've been friends for 55 years (near and far). Phyllis Oblander, Santa Clarita, CA
Marguerite(Maggie) Fayles
July 19, 2012
Eileen goes with out saying how I felt about Mack. I loved him dearly. he always made me feel good about myself andalays ,made me laugh. Always made me laugh. I am so so sorry for you Eileen. he is in heaven with the Lord . Happy and whole again. Anything ypou need please feel free to come to me. If it is within my power I will help you. You two have been friends for so many years. I know Alayne will feel terrible when I tell her.
Love always Maggie
Joe & Charlene Cattoi
July 18, 2012
Our hearts are full of wonderful memories of a sweet man that loved his wife Eilene and family, enjoyed having parties, and made everyone feel special. We will miss his amazing smile and red sweater. Dear family, we pray that your hearts are comforted.
Our dance floor friends! Mack could be picked out of the crowd wear his Red sweater. This picture was taken at one of the Cowboy Church Hoedowns.
Joe & Charlene Cattoi
July 18, 2012
Regina Wethington Guerra
July 16, 2012
When I moved back home to Va. from Ca. Mr. Mack knew I needed somethings to set up house. He gave me a couch, a few pots and dishes. Later we were in need of a car and he let me make payments on one of his old cars. I will miss his kindness there not many people as good as he has been to my family. I lived across the street from him for a time. I will remember his laughter and love of good food and country music,
Norman and Barbara Holmes
July 16, 2012
Eileen, Barb and I were very sorry to hear of your loss. We will always remember the warm greeting, hugs and warm handshakes we always got whenever and wherever we happend to meet you and Mack. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of change.
Kathryn Gainor Ventura
July 16, 2012
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. I only hope that your fond memories can bring you peace and comfort. I just got out of the hospital and was shocked to see this and not hear about it. Prayers and condolences for all.
July 15, 2012
To family , friends and many acquaintances of Mack,
we have lost a great friend, a good person, we will sorely miss him.
I especially will miss that gentle smile, his friendship and many kindnesses.
My heartfelt sympathy to family, may God strengthen you and Bless you at
this time.
To Mack, we will see you again !
Myrna Cairns
Carl Mausolf
July 15, 2012
you have been a light to shine for all who knew you, and will be greatly missed by all. May the lord bless and keep you until we meet again in heaven.
Judy Chapman
July 15, 2012
Eileen and family
May the love of the many friends who have enjoyed your company for many years help with your loss.
We will miss Mack's humor and smile. My prayers are with your and your family.
Sandy Tatem
July 15, 2012
I always enjoyed seeing Mack at Hardees.................his wonderful personality and smiles would "light up the room"...........he will suurely be missed.............my deepest sympathy to his family................you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Tatem
July 15, 2012
To the family & friends of Mack, my sincere condolences! We will miss his smile & great humor! Beverly Crawford
Kristina Fontaine
July 15, 2012
Mack you will surely be missed at Hardee's and Farmer's Market. Will miss that great smile of yours and the kind words you are well known for. My prayers are with your families.
Kris Fontaine
Virginia Beach
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