Melvin Lewis Delaney Obituary
We bid farewell to Melvin Lewis Delaney of Mount Vernon, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 16, 2025 at the age of 83. Melvin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Delaney and Lucille Delaney (Lovin); his wife Carolyn (Smith); his brothers, Leroy, Jim and Donnie Delaney; and his sisters-in-law, June and Sharon Delaney.
He is survived by: his children, Mark Delaney (Rhonda), Lisa Delaney, Melissa Mooney (Fred), Amber Kane and Amanda Delaney; his grandchildren, Holden Delaney, Ashley Downey, Hailey Mooney, Karissa Mooney, Darien Leber, Jacob Kane, Masyn Kane and Kori Anthis; and his brother Harold Delaney (Barbara). He is also survived by several great-grandchildren and nieces.
Memorials may be made in Melvin's honor to the Delaney Family (Payable to Mark Delaney) and may be mailed or delivered to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.
