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Melvin Young Obituary
CHAMPAIGN - Melvin Young, 68, of Champaign died Tuesday (July 8, 2025) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
Visitation will be at 10 a.m. July 19 at Curtis Road Church of Christ, 2604 Curtis Road, Champaign. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. July 19 at the church. Minister Doretha Simmons will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery, Urbana. Leek & Sons Funeral Home, 1215 W. Bradley Ave., Urbana, is in charge of arrangements.
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for Melvin Young
Ros Johnson
July 19, 2025
This is a hard one my friend. I know that words can't express the grief, the heartache, and pain you're feeling right now, but, God in his infinite grace, mercy, and love is gently guiding you through. Because, one thing I am sure of Our Father never let's us down. I am here for you if you ever want to talk, or to just be a listening ear. My deepest Condolences.
Ros Johnson
Mike Franklin
July 19, 2025
RIP a beautiful soul, devoted husband & father, treated his kids friends like family. <3 u Rose, Demonte, sunny. Aint 4get about u Tez!
Elaine Jones
July 18, 2025
To my spiritual Rose and family I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Melvin.I know he was a great man,husband,father,grandfather,son,brother,uncle cousin and friend.A man who truly loved his wife.My sister my prayers are with you.I pray that God will give you and your family strength,peace and comfort. Sis remember I am just a phone call away,I truly know how this feels.Love you always.Elaine
Nora Davis Stewart
July 18, 2025
Am so sorry to hear of Melvins passing, may God give you and the entire Young Family strength and comfort during this time
Nora and Ravin
Tamika Jones
July 16, 2025
Uncle Melvin smart ,laid back ,a entrepreneur, and humble man of God. You will be missed. Praying for my Aunt Rose, and our extended family I love you. May God keep,bless, and comfort you
Will Taylor
July 15, 2025
Melvin Was My Childhood Friend; My Condolences To The Family. Gonna miss U Buddy.
Cordelia Coleman
July 14, 2025
To Mrs. Ross and family may god continue to look over you and family me and my family are sending prayers to you and your family.
Barbara Thomas & Family
July 13, 2025
To Sis. Rose and Family. From the Thomas Family, you have our condolences. I've sit where you're be sitting. Just wanted you to know we love you and the Family. We go way back. God is in control!
Kim D Adkinson
July 12, 2025
Rose & Family
I'm so sorry for your loss! May God comfort you and family. May my dear friend Melvin Rest In Peace
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