David "Tuck" Melton's Obituary
David “Tuck” Melton, 74, of Richfield, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at his home. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Melton was born June 18, 1947 in Stanly County to the late Essie Jake Blackwelder Melton. He worked for Randy Sells Masonry. He loved playing billards and he camped in many places and he really enjoyed eating breakfast at Lulu’s every morning. David really loved spending time with his grandchildren. David is survived by a son, Joseph Melton of Richfield; three daughters, Linda Murphy (James Sanders) of Richfield, Debbie Childress (Marcus Graham) of Perry, GA and Tina Baxley (Keith) of Pleasant Garden, NC; nine grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; his special sidekicks, Tater and Pete and a sister, Lucy Browning (Max) of Glenwood, NC. David was also preceded in death by a sister, Goldie Huneycutt.
Memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice, 1024 Albemarle Rd #904, Troy, NC 27371.
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