Timothy Wayne Melvin

Timothy Wayne Melvin, 56, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 2, 2026, in his home with his loving wife by his side.

He was born on May 23, 1969, in West Frankfort, Illinois, to Lee Felix Melvin and Lena M. (Rice) Melvin. On October 4, 2008, Timothy married Doris Henderson.

Timothy enjoyed going to car shows, watching car videos on YouTube, anything to do with cars, going boating on the river, and camping. He especially loved spending time with family.

Timothy is survived by his wife, Doris Melvin; one son Jonathon Melvin; two daughters, Barbara (Michael) Mangrum, and Misty Craig; two brothers, Joel (Chien Mia) Melvin, and James Melvin; one brother-in-law, Bill Christie; and childhood best friend, Michael Scott Clem. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Lena Melvin; one son Zachary Melvin; and one sister, Abby Christie. A host of family and friends survive.

Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a later date. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.

Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis Facebook page.

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