George David Melton, 65, a McMinnville resident and Warren County native, was born Jan. 20, 1953 and died May 8 at his residence following an extended illness.

He was a veteran of the United States Army, retired brick mason and son of the late George Edward and Nana Lou Johnson Melton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Nancy Jean Cook Melton; sister Phyllis Muncey; and brother-in-law Donnie Muncey.

Mr. Melton is survived by brothers George Edward Melton Jr. of Texas, Robert Melton of Smithville, and Lee Melton of Sparta; sister Gail Melton of McMinnville; uncle Harold Dykes of McMinnville; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 10, at High’s Chapel. Interment will follow at Bethlehem Cemetery with military grave rites conducted by VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and 10 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at High’s. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Southern Standard
(McMinnville, Tenn.) May 9, 2018