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David Melvin Obituary
Wilmington - David F. Melvin, 62, of Wilmington died Monday, September 30, 2019.
Born in Chester, he was the son of the late Charles R. and Dorothy Holt Melvin Sr. and the husband of Barbara Taylor Melvin with whom he would have celebrated 37 years of marriage in November.
He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Wilmington.
David was a 1974 graduate of St. James High School, Chester and earned his associate's degree in Journalism from Pennsylvania State University.
He was employed by and retired from Christiana Care Health Systems as a Public Safety Constable.
David was a diehard sports fan, who loved all Philadelphia teams and his alma mater, Penn State.
He volunteered with Special Olympics.
He attended all of his daughters' sporting events at River Road Pool and Mount Pleasant. He was their biggest fan. He also enjoyed watching his grandson, Julius play sports.
In addition to his wife, Barbara, David is survived by his three daughters, Jennifer Bowen and her husband, John of Wilmington, Stephanie Chandler and her husband, Scott of Wilmington, and Gretchen Paulson and her husband, Ben of Jacksonville, FL. David was extremely proud of his three grandchildren, Julius Burrows, Syrus Chandler, and Charlotte Paulson, and was excited to welcome two more grandchildren this winter. He is also survived by his brother, Charles R. Melvin, Jr. and his wife, Mary of Coatesville and numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Lucy.
David's memorial service will be held Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 12 pm at St. Mark's Lutheran Church 501 Duncan Road, Wilmington. Visitation will be held from 10 am to 12 pm.
David's family and friends are encouraged to wear their Philadelphia Sports Wear to his service.
Memorials in David's honor may be made to National Kidney Foundation 1500 Walnut St #301, Philadelphia, PA 19102 or to Gift of Life Donor Program 401 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
Arrangements are being handled by Wentz Funeral Home, Coatesville (610) 384-0318. To share online condolences please visit www.wentzfuneralhome.com.
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Jimmy Piovoso
October 11, 2019
So sorry to hear about Dave he was one of my favorite people in the world look forward to his smiling face and his stories about his grandchildren when he came into my shop going to miss him a lot
Jim from Rosehill Plantery
Linda Gattuso
October 5, 2019
I am sorry to all the Melvin family to hear about Dave's passing. He was a great man, husband and father. Always a happy person with a great sense of humor. He will be missed by so many. Sending thoughts and prayers.
John Mooney
October 3, 2019
On behalf of the St. James High School Alumni Association, I extend our deepest sympathies and prayers on your loss. In April 2020, the Alumni Association will remember David at their annual Memorial Mass at St. Madeline's Church in Ridley Park, PA.
Christine Murdoch
October 3, 2019
Dear Barbara and girls, In the early years, David always made me, Art and Laurie feel so happy when he picked out a special Christmas gift for us. He was always interested in what we were doing. He always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye when we'd see him. In later years, he talked about each of his girls and about all of your activities and accomplishments as he was so very proud of each of you. He was truly a special man..he was a fun guy, a young-at-heart guy and a diehard Philly fan guy. We will truly miss him. Love, Christine (Jevnick) Murdoch
Cara Dyer
October 3, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with the Melvin family at this difficult time.
Geraldine Necastro
October 3, 2019
In Memory Of Dave,
It was a pleasure all the time when I would run into Dave. He surely would brighten my day. I would see him at work, and the last time I saw him I was a patient. He went out of his way to push me in the wheelchair to my room. He truly was a light of sunshine to me, as I was very sick. He loved his family and friends. I know that cause he talked all the time about them to me. May your memories of him always be in your hearts.
In much sympathy,
Gerri Necastro
Wayne Dawson
October 3, 2019
Stephanie, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Andrea Rogers
October 2, 2019
Dear Barb,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dave really was one of the good guys! It was always a pleasure to work with him, knowing that all of us could depend on him to be there in a flash to help if need be. He brightened all of our lives with his caring manner, friendship, and sunny disposition. I will always remember him with great fondness.
Terry Lynn Buchanan
October 2, 2019
We have lost one of the Best of the Best.....Remarkable family man, husband, friend. As I told you many of times you were always a shining light, now you rest until we all meet again........
JKH/JW
October 2, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Melvin Family for the loss of your loved one, David, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
Charles Robinson
October 2, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a pleasure to see and talk to at work ispecialy about sports. My prayers and condolences go out to your entire family. May god bless Dave and your family. Gone way to soon.
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