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My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
Chris Blakemore
May 28, 2008 | Richmond, VA
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Obituary
MELVIN, Eli Sr., 84, of Richmond, entered into eternal life May 16, 2008. He was a U.S. Army retiree with over 20 years of service. He leaves to cherish his memories one daughter, Diane Saunders (Thomas) of Petersburg, Va.; one son, Rev. Eli Melvin Jr.; four grandsons, Charles Green Jr., Eli III and Darrell Melvin, and Sean Saunders; several great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Geneva Hill; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 913 N. 1st Street. Dr. Kenneth E. Dennis Sr., pastor, officiating. Rev. Eli Melvin Jr., eulogist. The remains will be forwarded to Peoples Funeral Home in Whitesville, N.C. for funeral and interment services. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Guest Book
Eli, my condolences on your family's loss.
Bret Wesson
May 23, 2008 | Mechanicsville, VA
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Eli and family, May the peace of the Lord be with you during this time as you honor the life of your father and his service to his country and his family.
Robert Russell
May 23, 2008 | Stuarts Draft, VA
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Eli and family, my family and I are sorry for your loss. Your father is with God now. You are in our prayers.
Jason and Sandy Richard
May 22, 2008
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Eli, Jr. and other family members- Eli Melvin Sr. made a great contribution to our country, and his family and community. Remember that "we do not grieve as those who have no hope" (IThes 4:13). My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Jack Schlosser
May 22, 2008 | Quinton, VA
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Eli, I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. And always remember that your father knew what a great man he raised!
Melissa Pine
May 21, 2008 | Richmond
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Eli, I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. And always remember that your father knew what a great man he raised!
Melissa Pine
May 21, 2008 | Richmond, VA
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Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his Saints. PS.116:15
Deacon Al Clark III
May 21, 2008 | Virginia Beach, VA
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Eli,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Your father gave much of himself to others and now he has passed on from this place to a much better one with just rewards greater than any on this earth. Please call upon us if we can be of any service to you during this difficult time.
Steve, Salatielle, Ryan, & Stephanie James
Steve James
May 21, 2008 | Richmond
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