Melvin Kent Melvin, 88, of Wilmington passed gently form his earthly life Friday, December 20, 2019 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born October 17, 1931 in Bladen County, the son of the late Bart Regan Melvin and Mary Nance Melvin. Also remembered is his wife, Betty Cox Melvin and step-son, Robert Gregory Wilson, both who preceded Martin in death.

Surviving are his son, Martin "Marty" Regan Melvin, his wife, Donna, and their son, Kent; sister, Pauline; and many extended family.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 16550 NC Hwy 53 E., Kelly, NC with Daniel Gregory officiating.

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A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.