Melvin Horton Eckles Jr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on November 20, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Melvin Horton Eckles Jr. of Chapin, South Carolina, born in Saint Louis, Missouri. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Melvin Horton Eckles Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Horton Eckles and Gertrude Stallard Eckles; and his wife Mary Ann Eckles. He is survived by: his children, Tracy S. Moore (Kevin) of Chapin and Trey Eckles (Chris) of Irmo; his grandchildren, Justin Moore, Kirsten Moore, Eric Moore, Shaina Moore, Zachary Slice and Alexis Moore; his great grandchildren, Ethan Moore, Jackson Moore, Braylon Moore, Kendyl Moore and Emberlee Moore; and his sister-in-law Cindy Leitner (Claude). He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, his special friends at the beach, and all of his "adopted children".
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery (4170 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29229).
