Gavin William Melchor
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Gavin William Melchor
Age: 24
Born: February 14, 2001
Passed: March 2, 2025, in Houston, TX
The time has come to celebrate the life of Gavin William Melchor, a soul so full of love, energy, and kindness. Gavin had a heart that made everyone feel safe and valued. His infectious spirit and unwavering respect for others left an unforgettable mark on those who knew him. His presence was a source of joy, adventure, and warmth. Smile like Gavin-just as he did every day.
Gavin loved making music, rapping, and playing video games. Whether he was at a concert, working on cars, or enjoying sports, he embraced every moment. Above all, he cherished time with his family and friends. He worked at Yumi Ice Cream, where he brought his hard work ethic dedication and positive energy to everything he did.
Gavin was preceded in death by his grandfather Guillermo Bernal and his Greatgrand parents Efrain and Zapopan Melchor. He is survived by his loving parents Ericka Melchor and John Christopher Melchor, his siblings Christopher "Lil Chris" Melchor, Caitlyn Goins, Christa Melchor, and his twin sister Natalia Melchor, and his beloved niece Nova Roze Miller.
His grandmothers Francisca Menchaca and Delia Melchor held a special place in his heart.
Gavin was deeply loved by his aunts and uncles: Diana and Juan Guerrero, Kimberly Melchor, Karen and Joe Mikulski, Juan "Wero" and Monica Bernal, David and Lisa Bernal, Gerardo "Chino" Bernal, James Menchaca, Enrique and Ashley Luviano, Jesus Renovato (Chuy); and his brothers-in-law Estevan Ramirez and Vance Miller.
His cousins, who shared countless memories with him, include: Adriana Bernal, Daisy and Thali Guerrero, Jacob, Julianna "Julie" and Jillian "Jilly" Mikulski, Savannah Baumgardner, Jordan, Maiya, Jazzlyn, Makayla, Kylie and Mariah Luviano, Leticia "Letty," Jessica, David Jr. "DJ," and Desiree Bernal, Briana Bernal, Jaylen, Jay Anthony and Khloe Menchaca, Julian "Juju" Garcia, Ava Chanel Jones, Jadyn Robinson, and Christian Hollins, Jacqueline Renovato, Andrea and Juanito Bernal, Jupiter, Phoenix, and Haylee.
Though Gavin left us too soon, his light, laughter, and love will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. Smile like Gavin.
Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2p.m. - 8p.m. service 5p.m. at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 8706 Almeda Genoa Rd. Houston, Texas 77075
Funeral Service on Monday, March 10, 2025 from 11a.m. - 1 p.m. at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 8706 Almeda Genoa Rd. Houston, Texas.
Interment to follow at Houston Memorial Gardens, 2426 Cullen Blvd, Pearland, Texas 77581
To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Gavin William Melchor, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
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Kimberly Melchor
October 2, 2025
Still missing you every day papa. Wishing you goodnight at the end of our prayers. Seeing my favorite pic of us everyday that I have on my fridge. This still doesn't seem real. Love you so much.
Chris melchor
October 2, 2025
Just wanted to let you know I finally moved back to the southside. I started going to the gym like we spoke of doing once I moved back. This time it´s personal , I´m dedicating this fitness journey to you. I´ll make you proud. I love you
Kimberly Melchor
September 28, 2025
Love you
Kimberly Melchor
September 2, 2025
Wanted to tell you I LOVE you! We miss you so much. I see your smile every morning in the picture I have of you posted up. We tell you goodnight every night. I know you're smiling back and whispering you love us back. Thank you for watching over us.
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Christa Melchor
August 28, 2025
Sahar is here. She would and does love you much, in my head you met her before she arrived here on earth with us. I love you and I miss you so much. Everyday and always,
Kimberly Melchor
August 23, 2025
Congratulations papa! You're an uncle! She's so beautiful. Thank you for watching over her.
Chris melchor
August 4, 2025
155 days and I miss you everyday. Many days my eyes just water from the memories . I go back and read our text over and over. Miss you man. I love you always
Kimberly Melchor
August 3, 2025
Still vividly see your cute smile, slight head tilt and squinty eyes. Van had a ladybug in her room today and placed it gently outside. We both thought of you immediately! Love you so much papa.
Kimberly Melchor
July 30, 2025
You're heavy in my heart today and just wanted to tell you I LOVE YOU!
Kimberly melchor
July 2, 2025
Thinking of you papa! Love you.
Chris Melchor
July 2, 2025
I love and miss you every day . The pain I feel never will go away it just becomes tolerable. I love you
Christa Melchor
July 2, 2025
4 months today. I miss you more than ever, especially your smile and goofy laugh. I love you.
Kimberly Melchor
June 28, 2025
Thank you for motivating me and encouraging me today during my run papa. I felt you today! Love you.
Kimberly Melchor
June 11, 2025
It's your dad's birthday papa! We went to the pool and he had the best time he possibly could have had. OF COURSE you were extremely missed and there was a delicious cupcake with your name of it. We love you so much and thank you for watching over us!
Kimberly Melchor
June 2, 2025
3 months today Papa! You are so lucky... you've spent 3 months being loved by Jesus. Surrounded in His goodness and feeling His unconditional love. You're in our minds, hearts, conversations, and prayers. In my head, you hear me every night when we wish you a goodnight. I love you, we love you so much.
Kimberly melchor
May 27, 2025
I celebrated my 45th birthday papa. Tia Karen had a beautiful picture of me and you. I missed you so much! You were there... I know you were. Thank you for watching over me. Love you very much!
Kimberly Melchor
May 2, 2025
Two months today papa! The world is not the same without you. The sun doesn't shine as bright without your soul in it. We miss you very much and trust that you are saturated in God's peace and love. Keep watching over us! Love you Gaga!
Kim Melchor
April 21, 2025
Happy Easter Papa! We love you!
Kimberly Melchor
April 14, 2025
I talk to you more now, sweet Gavin, each day,
In whispers and prayers, though you're far away.
Each night after "Amen," we still say goodnight,
Hoping you hear us beyond stars so bright.
Your dad's silent sorrow cuts deep like a knife,
Missing your laugh, your light, your life.
But we hold you close in the hush of the night.
Kimberly Melchor
March 30, 2025
Almost one month without you my sweet boy. We are advocating for you papa. Miss you so much. I always think of you in heaven and wonder the beauty of what you're experiencing. Can you hear us when we speak of you? Can you hear me when we tell you goodnight every night? You're in the presence of God and oh how amazing that must be. I imagine you up there smiling by his side. Love you very much.
Robert H moll & family
March 26, 2025
My heart is broken once again on your loss of Gavin . I just happened to notice this sad news on social media! My prayers, thoughts, & condolences for his Family! One day @ a time ! Justice for Gavin
Kimberly Melchor
March 17, 2025
2 weeks now papa since we realized our world was being turned upside down.
Love and miss you so much. Your services were so beautiful and you had so many people gathered to honor you. Each had such great things to say about you. You were never alone in this world. You were always surrounded by love. We see the ladybugs my sweet boy. Love you so much.
Makayla Gonzalez
March 9, 2025
R.I.P Gavin, the most sweet kind innocent soul. I´ll never forget you. always so sweet, nice and genuine. You had this cool shy guy aura that I just seriously adored. Your smile and laugh lit up the room. I´ll miss you forever. My thoughts and prayers are with the family I love you all! hard times don´t last forever, Gavin is always with us and lives through us all.
Rojenia Ludd
March 8, 2025
My condolences to the Melchor Family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
~Rojenia Ludd
Jennifer Karnes
March 8, 2025
My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family Chris during this heartbreaking loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers
Kimberly Melchor
March 7, 2025
Rest in peace papa. It was an honor being your Tia and being allowed to love such a beautiful spirit. I thank God that He allowed me to create such beautiful memories with you. They will forever live in my heart until we are reunited again in heaven.
Jorge y Norma Garza
March 7, 2025
Que descanse en la paz de nuestro Dios Señor Jesucristo y brille para el la luz perpetua. Dios fortalece a sus padres, familiares y amigos para una pronta recuperacion y consuelo. Te lo pedimos Señor. Amen
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