Donald H. Melvin

August 7, 1931 - May 23, 2018

Donald H. Melvin, age 86, of Laurel, passed away on May 23, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Milford, he is the son of the late J. Lynn Melvin and Ruth Hastings Melvin. Donald graduated from Laurel High School in the class of "1949" and was a member of the Odd Fellows Charity Lodge, and Centenary United Methodist Church both in Laurel. He was a season ticket holder for the University of Delaware Sporting events and enjoyed attending the games. Donald also enjoyed watching the Philadelphia Phillies play baseball and teasing his nieces and nephews with his quick wit. He is survived by his brother Fred Melvin; niece Margaret O'Neal and her husband Joe, and nephew Richard Melvin, Sr. and his wife Myrna. Great nieces; Maggie O'Neal, Megan Benner, and Kara Melvin, and great nephew Richard Melvin, Jr. Donald is also survived by his great-great nephews; Christian Price and Colton O'Neal. In addition to his parents; he is preceded in death by his brother Eddie Melvin. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 30th, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Centenary United Methodist Church, 200 West Market Street, Laurel, DE 19956. A viewing will be held at the church from 1-2 pm. Pastor Dean Perdue will officiate. Interment will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel.