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Hughbie Doug Melton, age 73, was born November 11, 1935 to John Henry and Francis Melton, in Center, Texas and went to be with the his Lord on Friday, January 9, 2009 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Melton is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Shirley; son, David Melton and wife Dusty of Tacoma, Washington; daughter Lisa Lantrip and husband Robert of Goodrich, Texas; grandchildren, Heather Melton, Joshua Melton, Nate Warren, Kali Warren, Morgan Lantrip and Andrew Lantrip; great grandson, Landon Morris; numerous nieces and nephews; and sister Goletta Brummett.
Preceded in death are his parents and sister Lamurel Melton.
Doug was a faithful member and deacon of First Baptist Church of Providence, he worked for Sam Houston Electric Coop for several years. He was employed part time at Pace Funeral Home as a Funeral Director Assistant. Doug enjoyed fishing, camping and going to see his grandchildren play ball. He served his country through the U.S. Army, Doug was also a Mason.
The funeral service was held at 10:00 AM, Monday, January 12, 2009. A Masonic ceremony will follow at Peebles Cemetery and Military honors was provided by the VFW. The visitation was 4-9 PM, Sunday, January 11, 2009 at Pace Funeral Home. Officiating, Brother John Page, Brother Harold Isaacs and Brother Michael Heuermann.
Pallbearers were Deacons of 1st Baptist Church Providence, Joshua Melton, Andrew Lantrip and Keith Smith. Honorary pallbearers were the Masonic Lodge Members.
Pace Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.