Richard Melvin's obituary , Passed away on August 14, 2025 in Laurel, Delaware

Richard Melvin

August 24, 1961 - August 14, 2025 (63 years old)

Laurel, Delaware

Richard Melvin's obituary , Passed away on August 14, 2025 in Laurel, Delaware

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Hannigan Short Disharoon Funeral Home Inc

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Richard Melvin

August 24, 1961 - August 14, 2025 (63 years old)

Laurel, Delaware

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Richard Melvin Obituary

The memory of Richard Melvin of Laurel, Delaware, who passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 63, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Melvin and Barbara Melvin. He is survived by: his wife Myrna Melvin; his children, Tabatha Gilberthorp (Bentley, Sr.), Kara Champlin (Morgan) and Richard Melvin, Jr.; his sister Moggie O'Neal (Joe); his grandchildren, Bentley Gilberthorp, Jr., Tucker Gilberthorp, Austin Champlin and Carson Champlin; and his friend Terry Chandler. He is also survived by Several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hannigan Short Disharoon Funeral Home Inc



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Centenary United Methodist
200 W Market St, Laurel, DE 19956

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Sep 05

Celebration of life

Centenary United Methodist
200 W Market St, Laurel, DE 19956

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