of Mt. Vernon, CT
February 4, 1983 - November 2, 2018
Joshua Cole Melancon, 35, of Mt. Vernon, passed away Friday, November 2, 2018. He was born February 4, 1983 in New Iberia, LA. Joshua is preceded in death by his father, Larry Dean Melancon, grandparents, Junius Melancon, Sr. and Una Melancon, grandmother, Shirley A. Likes, grandfather, Jimmie Stice, and two uncles, Junius Melancon, Jr. and Benjamin C. Stice.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Nikki Melancon, his mother, Laura Melancon, two daughters, Kodie and Kylie, two sons, Jackson, and Jarret Melancon, brother, Jason B. Hollis, three sisters, Christy M. Latiola, Amy N. Marceaux, and Heather H. Hernandez, and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Joshua was a hard worker and was employed with Reach Wireline. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. Joshua had a great sense of humor and never met a stranger. He was a very generous and unselfish person who always put his family first and also helped others, even strangers. Joshua was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation is 6pm to 8pm Thursday, November 8th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Funeral service will be at 11am Friday at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, with Bro. David McFerron officiating. Burial will follow at Bethesda Cemetery in Rosebud. Pallbearers will be Eric Williams, Josh Brown, Josh Wade, Blake Segura, Chase Melancon, and Jason Hollis.
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7 Condolence(s)
Carol Willis
Thursday, November 8, 2018
I am so sorry for the death of Josh. I know that he will be dearly missed and that memories will always be heartfelt. He is resting in Paradise!
Hugs and prayers for the family.
Miss Carol from the CrossRoads Cowboy church family rodeos.
Debra McClurg
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Words cannot express the empathy I am feeling for the entire family at this time! Praying God gives you the strength and comfort all of you need during this tragic time.
God Bless,
Robert & Debra McClurg
Holly Huey
Thursday, November 8, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for strength, comfort and peace for everyone. Love and blessings.
Michael Shaw
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Tashia Frederick
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
I’m deeply sorry for all of your pain through this difficult time. Prayers for all of you!
Laura Melancon
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
My son ... my heart is heavy ... my soul is empty
Praying that you have found peace and the love you so richly deserve! I will miss you for the rest of my days and I will love you always . You are a good man , son , and father.. I am proud of the legacy you left behind .you were and are loved by many and touched so many lives , more than you ever knew .
You filled places in hearts you didn’t even realize... your gone on to your final home but you will never be forgotten and you will always be loved. The memories will fill my mind and my heart until I get to hold your hand again .... I love you Son.... Mama
Dene and Jim Hawkins
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Our hearts break for your loss and the sadness that we know is overwhelming.
Josh was a sweet young man with a loving spirit.
We will remember him always smiling with a funny story to tell.
We love you, Nikki and kids.