John Edward Melrath

John Edward (Jack) Melrath, 84, of Oxford, went Home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. Jack was the most loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be forever missed by his wife, Brenda Smith Melrath; his daughters, Jill Rutledge and Janelle Hadly; their husbands, Earl Rutledge and Davis Hadly; his grandchildren, Mallory Rutt married to Jerlin Rutt, Darren Rutledge, Elizabeth (Liz) Hadly, and Reed Hadly. He is survived by numerous nephews, cousins, and friends who loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Alice Jackson Melrath, and brothers, David, Earl, and Ray Melrath. Jack’s family was everything to him. He was so proud of his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was actively involved in their lives and didn’t miss a single thing. He enjoyed going to sporting events, beach vacations, and backyard picnics, always together as a family. He loved his family well, and they adored him. There will always be a void in their lives without him here on this earth. Jack will be remembered by his infectious smile and love for life. He had the best sense of humor and the biggest heart. He would do anything to help others in need. Jack was a huge Phillies, Eagles and Sixers fan. He enjoyed playing sports when he was younger and as he aged, he enjoyed watching them. It was evident that Jack loved his country from his big July 4th parties, red, white and blue outfits, and American flag décor in his home. Jack was born in Oxford and dedicated his life to actively serve in the community. He spent 62 years in the real estate business as a salesman, associate broker, and broker. He was a charter member of the Oxford Athletic Association (OAA). He served the Oxford Lions club for over 55 years, earning the Melvin Jones Fellow Award in 2017, which is the highest award a Lion can receive. He was also a two-time president for the Oxford Lions club. Jack was a Mason Dixon Hall of Fame member in 1996 and was inducted into Oxford’s Sports Wall of Fame in 2016. He was the Oxford Little League chairman and a coach for 12 years. Jack earned the Oxford Citizen of the Year award in 1999. He was a member of VFW Post 4480, American Legion Post 865, Ancient Orders of Croaking Frogs, and Oxford F.O.E 2666. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Sat. Oct. 9, at Wesley Church, 1104 Kirkwood Pike, Quarryville, where friends may visit from 8:30-10 am. Relatives and friends may also visit from 4-8 pm on Friday, Oct. 8, at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 86 Pine St., Oxford. Please wear red, white and blue or Eagles and Phillies gear. Interment will be in Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lighthouse Youth Center, 245 Commerce St., Oxford, PA 19363, or Oxford Athletic Association, P.O. Box 194, Oxford, PA 19363. On line condolences may be sent at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com