Brandon MELTON Obituary
Brandon Lee
Melton
ROBY, IL – Brandon Lee Melton, 32, passed away peacefully in his sleep Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at his girlfriend's home.
He was born May 10, 1981, to Donald and Deborah (Word) Melton.
Brandon was a tattoo artist and loved to draw. He enjoyed music and was an avid concert goer. He was very loving and big-hearted and was the favorite uncle to all of the nieces and nephews.
He is survived by his parents, Donald and Debbie Melton; brother, Jake Melton; grandmother, Ruth Ann Melton; two sisters-in-law; two nieces; six nephews; one aunt; one uncle; several cousins; and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Nick Melton, in June; grandparents, William and Kim Word; uncle, Marty Word; and grandfather, Preston Melton.
Celebration of Life Service: 2 p.m., Sunday, March 2, 2014, at the American Legion Post 32 at 1120 Sangamon Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family of Brandon Melton, c/o Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home, to assist with funeral expenses.
Visit www.vancil-murphy.com to offer your condolences.
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March 5, 2014
Debbie and Family - my heartfelt sympathy to you in your time of grief. I was so shocked to learn of Brandon's death...Please accept my condolences and prayers. Love from Kim Cessna (Nancy's friend)
Kyra Eckles
March 2, 2014
Don and Debbie, I am so sorry to hear about Brandon, Nick too. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 2, 2014
To the Melton family,
I was so saddened at hearing about the death of both your sons, what a tragedy . As parents, your pain is unimaginable . Please know that our hearts go out to you at this sad time and that you are absolutely in our prayers daily. Angie Hamilton
Patty Schroeder Bott
March 1, 2014
Don Debbie and Jake, I am so so sorry to read about Brandon I am just heart sick! I want you guys to know my thoughts are with you!!!
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Rob Brown
February 28, 2014
I went grade school with Brandon at Mt Auburn elementary. I also used to skate board with Brandon and got reacquainted with him. I had not seen him in several years. But I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Tricia Gum
February 27, 2014
Brandon will be greatly missed he was a great friend had a lot of fun times lots of laughs that will never be forgot I remember the. First day he came to school with a chilly bowel hair cut and a George Town coat and when he graduated with with tattoos and. A shaved poney tail Brandon's looks might of. Changed. But the nice guy he was never.Did people who never. Got the. Chance to meet him. Have truley missed out he was. A awesome person and we had lots of good times abagail his precious dog the little red car the bush he was thrown in Ramon noodles,daisy, qauter man the oil pump whiskey boys ,coffee talk and just hanging out Brandon R.I.P and my thoughts. And prayers go out. To Brandon's family
February 27, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Brenda Konneker
February 27, 2014
My Prayers are with Brandon's Family at this time. God Bless You All. Treasure your Memories.
Janet Wells
February 26, 2014
Remember last Spring it was the best ever for hunting Morel Mushrooms with your brother. RIP
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