Melton Mortuary and Cremation Center

04/10/2026

Spring time! We are complete with phase 1 of our new asphalt parking lot. Cannot wait to get started on phase 2! Thank you East Coast Asphalt!

04/10/2026

Friday Funeral Fact:
When Frank Sinatra was laid to rest, he was buried with a few personal items—including a bottle of Jack Daniel’s, a lighter, and a roll of dimes. These items reflected his personality and the life he lived, showing that even in farewell, many tributes are deeply personal and uniquely meaningful.

04/07/2026

Please keep the family of Lillie "Jane" Davis in your thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻

View Lillie Jane Davis's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 2 tribute posts from the community.

04/07/2026

Please keep the family of Robert Higginbotham in your thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻

View Robert Higginbotham's complete obituary, share memories, and explore heartfelt tribute posts from the community.

04/07/2026

Please keep the family of Mary Stump in your thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻

View Mary (Rogers) Stump's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 1 tribute posts from the community.

04/07/2026

In honor of the families we serve and the loved ones they’ve lost, we plant a memorial tree in their memory with every online obituary we post. Memorial trees are environmentally sustainable, living tributes to those who are no longer with us. We hope our families find some comfort in knowing a loved one’s legacy is connected to a larger cause: protecting and maintaining the beauty of our world.

04/05/2026

A Season of Renewal and Hope

Easter is a time of reflection, renewal, and hope. It’s a moment to pause, gather with loved ones, and appreciate the connections that bring meaning to our lives.

As the season changes and new beginnings take shape, may this day bring peace, comfort, and a sense of renewal to you and your family.

04/03/2026

Friday Funeral Fact:
The phrase “graveyard shift” is believed to come from a time when night watchmen were stationed in cemeteries to listen for bells attached to coffins. These “safety coffins” were designed in case someone was mistakenly buried alive. While the term has taken on a new meaning today, its origins are tied to a unique chapter in funeral history and the evolving ways people sought to ensure care and peace of mind.

03/31/2026

Please keep the family of Denver Milam in your thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻

View Denver Ray Milam's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 1 tribute posts from the community.

03/31/2026

Using a Tax Refund to Plan Ahead
For many families, a tax refund offers a rare moment of financial flexibility. While it’s tempting to spend it all at once, some choose to use a portion to take care of future planning—including funeral preplanning.

Making arrangements in advance can ease emotional and financial stress later, while ensuring wishes are clearly documented. It’s not about focusing on the end—it’s about protecting the people you love and giving them one less thing to worry about.

If you’ve been considering planning ahead, this season can be the perfect time to start the conversation.

03/27/2026

Friday Funeral Fact:
Eulogies weren’t always a standard part of funeral services. In many early traditions, services focused primarily on prayers or religious rites, with little personal storytelling.

Over time, families began including spoken tributes to reflect the individuality of the person being honored. Today, eulogies often serve as one of the most meaningful moments of a service—sharing memories, lessons, and the impact a life had on others.

03/24/2026

Please keep the Powell and Hoge families in your thoughts during this very difficult time. Visitation Friday, 2-4 Celebration of Lisa's life at 4 pm at the Melton Mortuary Chapel.

View Lisa Ann Powell's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 3 tribute posts from the community.