Melvin Willard Coles

Melvin Willard Coles of Oxford, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2020, at the age of 59. Mr. Coles was a faithful member of Macedonia Baptist Church. His selfless and giving nature was shown immensely through the love he had for his family. Mr. Coles was known for being a simple man, not requiring much at all, and his good sense of humor. He was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and hunting, westerns, working in his garden and cooking.

Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Sheilah Coles; sons and daughter-in-law, Jeremy Coles, Jared and Ashley Coles; grandchildren, Camden Coles, Mason Coles, Case Coles, Cash Coles; parents, Zachary and Joyce Coles; sisters and brother-in-law, Valerie Coles, Patricia and Phillip Dixon; brother and sister-in-law, John and Shelly Coles; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service for Mr. Coles will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2020, 2:00 P.M., at Macedonia Baptist Church, 108 Macedonia Church Rd., in Oxford, with Rev. David Nelson and Steve Ray officiating. A visitation will be held two hours prior to his service, at the church, from 12 Noon – 2:00 P.M. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 105 Westpark Drive, Suite C, Athens, GA 30606.