Mitchell Blair Melton, 67, went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. He was born on March 26, 1957 to Gilbert and Gertrude in Chicago, IL. Mitchell proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following an honorable discharge, he embarked on a career at PSI South, where he dedicated 22 years before retiring. Mitchell found joy in camping and enjoyed being outdoors. A skilled chess player, he found great satisfaction in the game, and he also delighted in watching spooky movies in his down time. Mitchell's faith was central to his life, and he was a faithful attendee of Fountainhead United Methodist Church. Mitchell was preceded in death by his father, Gilbert Melton; his mother and step-father, Gertrude and E.C. Conwill; his sister, Patricia Burton, and his brother, David Melton. He leaves behind his loving wife of 36 ½ years, Patricia Melton; his stepson, James VanEaton (Sharon); his brother, Steve Melton (Elaine), and two grandsons. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 2:00 pm with visitation beginning at 1:00 pm at Brantley Funeral Home, 6875 Cockrum St. Olive Branch, MS 38654. Burial will be Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 10:00 am at West Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery, 4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd. Memphis, TN, 38125.
