Melvin Edward Windsor

Melvin Edward Windsor

Melvin Windsor Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 5, 2008.
WINDSOR, Melvin Edward, 75, of Richmond, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, departed this life November 4, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Gloria Jean Windsor. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Jean Windsor; sons, Douglas Windsor and his wife, Laurie, Kenneth Windsor, and Bruce Windsor and his wife, Wendy; daughter, Beth Blackburn and her husband, Tad; grandsons, Kyle and Jason Windsor; granddaughters, Katie Elmore and Emma Blackburn; a devoted sister-in-law, Rebekah Goodrich; brothers, Jesse Jr. and Bobby Windsor; sister, Dorothy Paschal. He was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street, also where a funeral service will be conducted Thursday, November 6, at 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Mt. Vernon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Vitas Charitable Foundation, 1100 Boulders Parkway, Suite 601, Richmond, Va. 23225.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 8, 2008

Alice Addleman Seward posted to the memorial.

November 7, 2008

Marsha Dixon posted to the memorial.

November 6, 2008

Dee Vest posted to the memorial.

Alice Addleman Seward

November 8, 2008

Dearest Jean,Doug,Bruce,Kenny and Beth
I was saddened to see Melvin's homegoing , but am comforted in the fact that he and Jack are now renewing thier friendship - I know they are in a better place -
I will be keeping all of you in my prayers as you face the days ahead and know that God will watch over each of you in a special way
My love to each of you - wish I could be there for all of you as you were for me -
My Love ,
Alice Addleman Seward

Marsha Dixon

November 7, 2008

Kenny,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dee Vest

November 6, 2008

Dear Jean and the Windsor family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hold your memories of Melvin close to your heart and they will be just the thing to comfort your pain.

You are in my prayers.

Pam Mansini

November 6, 2008

May you all feel God's love and presence during this unimaginable time of grief. I had the honor of knowing Melvin briefly, and knew what a wonderful man he was by the love all of you showed him, especially Jean. God Bless you all, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Pam

Peele Dunn

November 6, 2008

The loss of Melvin is the loss of a good man with integrity; a man that I have known and have respected almost 35 years. He lived what he preached; and, this world could use many more people like Melvin as an example for our youth.

I offer my sincere condolences to Jean, to Kenny and to the rest of the Windsor family. My God bless you and give you peace; and, may Melvin's soul rest in peace.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Ana and Peele Dunn

David Simmons

November 5, 2008

Doug
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your father as I know just how close the two of you were. Please know that my deepest thought's and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very sad time.

Brenda J. Jones

November 5, 2008

Deepest Sympathy to Jean, Bruce,Kenny,Doug,& Beth. Uncle Dinky was a Good Man, wicked sense of humor, as I remember. Greatly Loved by not only by his wife, children, & Grandchildren,but his brothers and sister also.
It was always such a Great time of excitement when Dot knew you all were on the way for a visit. She would cook for days to make sure all the favorite foods were ready.
I appreciate the kindness that I was shown by you all during the 10 years I was a Windsor. Shannon and Noah send their Prayers for you also. Be Strong, Uncle Dinky would expect no less from you. Love, Brenda, Neice, Shannon, and Great Nephew, Noah

Sheryl Windsor Comer

November 5, 2008

Uncle Melvin will always hold a very, very special place in my heart and he will be missed terribly. Aunt Jean, Doug, Kenny, Bruce, Beth, all the grandchildren and extended family will be in my thoughts and prayers. We have all been so blessed to have him in our lives as he touched each one of us in a very special way with his kindness. I will always think of his smiling face. I love you all.

Sarah Lucy Clatterbuck

November 5, 2008

Dearest Beth & Windsor Family,

You are in my thoughts & prayers.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Amanda Spiller

November 5, 2008

I'm a friend of Katie's and my heart goes out to everyone in the family. You're all in my prayers.

Donna Smith

November 5, 2008

Melvin will be missed by many. I got to know him working at CFE. The last time I seen Melvin he was telling us how wonderful Jean was through his ordeal. He really couldn't say enough good things about her. My thoughts and prayers are with Jean and the children.

Milton & Brigitte Goodwin

November 5, 2008

Mr. Windsor leaves the world with a wonderful legacy in the form of his family. His children and grandchildren enrich this world by their kindness and joyful spirit. Our hearts are with his family at this time.

Jim Adams, Chaplain

November 5, 2008

The staff of VITAS Innovative Hospice which to send our prayers and love to each of you at this time.

Robert Hamm

November 5, 2008

My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family

Donna Owens

November 5, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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