James & Virginia Melton's Obituary
James Melton, 82
&
Virginia Melton, 76
Lakeland – James Melton, 82, passed away Aug. 6, 2019. Just 5 days later, on Aug. 11, 2019, his beloved wife, Virginia Melton, 76, passed away.
James and Virginia enjoyed going on long drives together, shopping at thrift stores, or any activities as long as they were together.
They are survived by their daughters, Vickie Melton, Wanda Melton, Amy (Dwight) Livingston and Jackie Melton; daughters in love, Marsha (Charles) Moore and Marie (Reyes) Cardenas; sisters, Martha Finley and Nell (Mack) McIntyre; brothers, Marcus Collins, Laughton Collins and Edward (Jeannine) Melton; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many more adopted family members that held a special place in their hearts.
Visitation for James and Virginia will be Fri. from 10 – 11 am at Gentry Morrison Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd. Lakeland. Funeral services will follow at 11 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in Oak Hill Burial Park.
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