Melvin R. Morgan

     Melvin R. Morgan, 68, of Lorain died on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at the Lake Pointe Care Center in Lorain following along illness.

     Mr. Morgan was born in Lorain on July 12, 1942, the son of the late Walker R and Edith M. (nee Douthit) Morgan. He was a lifelong resident.

     He attended Clearview High School. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He received the National Defense Service Medal.

     He was a member of Church On The North Coast Lorain, and sang in the Choir.

     He retired as a crossing guard for the Lorain City Schools, serving more than 10 years.

     He is survived by his longtime companion, Mellanese Grayson, a son Kevin Barnes of Lorain, and a sister Elaine Wilkes of CA.

     Graveside services will be held at Tuesday, January 25, 2010 at 11:00 am in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rouge Road, Rittman, Ohio 44270 with Rev. Terrence Adamson, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church will officiate.

     Services entrusted to the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain, Ohio.  

Condolences

From: Dianne Goodson
Relation: Friend

I was sorry to hear of Melvin's passing.  I will remember him from High School...and Elaine Wilkes, wherever you are in California, would love to hear from you dear one.  I often think of you as well.  Try my email if you like..dgoodson540@live.com

Sincerely,

Dianne Goodson