Melvin F Earley

Melvin Earley, 88 was born on July 10, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio to George and Clara Earley. Melvin resided in Springfield, Ohio for 50 years. Melvin was called home to eternal rest on October 25, 2022, at 4:30 pm. He is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Dolores, his aunt Nan and special sister Gwen and brother-in-law Ramsey.

Melvin is survived by his (3) children Sharon “Sherry” Howard of Dayton, Oh, Walter “Sonny” (Apryle) of McDonough, Ga. and Lewis “Butch” Turner of Columbus, Oh. He leaves behind (8) grandchildren Darrell (Shaneeka) Howard, Thomas “Hank” Howard, Cherita “Rita” Howard, Carmen Clemons, Alex Turner, Gabrielle Turner, Karlos Ater and Shaunte Earley, 20 Great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a host of many family members.

Melvin retired from General Motors (GM) after 35 years of service as a welder. As a young man Melvin enlisted in the United States Army. After completing his first tour of duty, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Melvin retired from the United States Air Force as a Staff Sargent and decorated Vietnam War Veteran after 18 years of Service.

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