Matthew Melvin's obituary , Passed away on January 20, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

Matthew Melvin

November 7, 1985 - January 20, 2026 (40 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

Matthew Melvin's obituary , Passed away on January 20, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

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John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory

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Matthew Melvin

November 7, 1985 - January 20, 2026 (40 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

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Matthew Melvin Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Matthew Melvin of Roanoke, Virginia, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Matthew left this world on January 20, 2026 at the age of 40, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Matthew Melvin to show support.

He is survived by: his parents, Scott Butcher and Ann Butcher; his grandparents, Rev. Gary and Linda Butcher; his sister Haleigh Ashtin Butcher; his nephews, Alex, Maddox and Hunter; his aunts and uncles, Samuel Craford (Kim), David Butcher (Tonya), Angie Secrist (Johnathan), Debbie Sylvester and Leslie Ganote (Traz); his extended family, Anthony and Leslie Spencer; and his close friends, Aubrey, Izzy, Cody and Manny. He is also survived by cousins and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory



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January 28, 2026

Lew's Family sent flowers

“May you shine on, Friend. You have always been such a great joy & friend to everyone and we wish you peace. You will live on in our hearts forever.”


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Thu

Jan 29

Visitation

House of Prayer
2521 Portland Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

Fri

Jan 30

Funeral service

Fri

Jan 30

Burial

Sherwood Memorial Park
1250 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153

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