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Virgil Ray Melton

1946 - 2018

BORN

1946

DIED

2018

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Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home - Galax

201 West Center Street

Galax, Virginia

Virgil Melton Obituary

Virgil Ray Melton, 71, of Galax, died Sunday, April 15, 2018 at his home.
He was born in Carroll County, on July 5, 1946, to Glenn and Ethelene Farmer Melton.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Waller Melton of Galax; son and daughter-in-law, Ray and Jan Melton of Low Gap, N.C.; step-son Robby Hensdell of Galax; a granddaughter and husband; a great-granddaughter; sisters and brothers-in-law, Juanita and Freddie Weddle, Marie and Howard Dalton, all of Gala,; Reva and Norman Nester of Woodlawn and Faye and Jerry Snavely of Austinville; brother and sister-in-law, Herman "Pete" and Shirley Melton of Woodlawn; many nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law and husband, Kathleen Waller, Helen Melton, Pat Hill and Gail and Johnny Williams; brother-in-law, Larry Quisenberry; and manyl friends.
A funeral will be held today, Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 2 p.m. in the Midway Baptist Church with Pastor Myron Dalton and Pastor Garry Adams officiating. Burial will follow in the Melton Cemetery with military rites by the Hillsville VFW Post 1115.
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com.
Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Published by Galax Gazette from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19, 2018.

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Elaine Schaeffer

April 29, 2018

Sue, I am so sorry to here about Virgil.
Prayers to you and your family.

Scott Richardson

April 22, 2018

My condolences to the Virgil Melton family. I haven't seen Virgil in many years but I always thought about him when I would be back in Carroll. may God bless and be with all of you during this time.

Barry & Ann Branscome

April 18, 2018

Sue & Family,
We were sorry to hear of Virgil's passing. May God give you the peace and strength to get through this hard time. We will miss seeing him greet at church.

ANITA KING

April 18, 2018

I was saddened to hear of Virgil's passing. We appreciate his long service at Harmon's where it was always a pleasure to see him. His military service was at a very young age and is also very appreciated. My thoughts and prayers for his family.
Anita Harmon King (Katy)
Gulf Shores, Alabama

David Fowler

April 17, 2018

Sorry to hear about Virgil. May God give you strength and peace during difficult time. David & Gloria Fowler

April 17, 2018

Sorry to hear about Virgil. May God give you strength and peace during difficult time. David & Gloria Fowler

April 17, 2018

Sorry to hear about Virgil. May God give you strength and peace during difficult time. David & Gloria Fowler

Dreama Bullins

April 17, 2018

Sue, l was so sorry to hear about Virgil. He was such a nice and caring gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Edwards Family

April 17, 2018

We are so very sorry for your loss. Virgil will be long remembered by the many people that he touched. Our deepest condolences.
Sue, Richard and Debbie

Benny and Diane Robinson

April 17, 2018

Sue,
May God rest His peace and comfort on you and all the family. Virgil has run His race and is now at peace. We know we cannot bring him back, but most of all ...we know we can go to him. God will heal all broken hearts.

The security of this country will always be indebted to those who fought and served, so that we can live and rest in peace, here. Thank you.

Salute!

Roger & Judy Brewer

April 16, 2018

Sue we were very sorry to hear about Virgil. Love and Prayers.

Ben & Vicki Hags

April 16, 2018

Sue, Ben & I are Praying for You & Family...so sorry to hear about Virgil. We Love You & are here for you at any time!! Ben & Vicki Haga

Dye Jeanie

April 16, 2018

Sue, I am so sorry to hear about Virgil.My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.Jeanie Dye

Connie Lineberry

April 16, 2018

So very sorry to hear about Virgil. He was a very kind and thoughtful man. Always asking about others. He will be missed by many.
Bobby and Connie Lineberry

Eddie Harmon

April 16, 2018

Sorry for your loss. Virgil was a likable person and will be missed. May God give you comfort.

Carolyn Fender

April 16, 2018

So sorry for family lost. Mr. Melton was a wonderful man. I will miss seeing him at Harmons. He was always kind.

guy arnold

April 16, 2018

sorry for you loss i will be pray for you and your family

Geraldine Williams

April 16, 2018

Sue, I am so very sorry to hear about Virgil....i always liked and respected him..May God walk you through this time of loss and grief....

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