Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter was born on January 27, 1935 in Chase City, Virginia, the son of the late Josephine Hayes Carter and Lenton Carter. At an early age, Melvin accepted Jesus Christ and was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Chase City, Virginia.
Melvin was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and the Marines. During his military service, his oldest daughter Marilyn Lott was born. After completing military service, he began his career as a Barber in Jersey City, New Jersey. On September 14, 1965, Melvin was joined in Holy Matrimony to Vernell Bailey. From this union, two children were born: Robin and Kenneth "Stevie."
In 1994, Melvin retired from East Jersey State Prison in Rahway, New Jersey after over 30 years of dedicated service as a Corrections Officer.
Melvin was a man of integrity and strength. He loved to share his experiences with his family. Melvin was big on family and loved his grandchildren: Ericka, Taja, Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn so much! His great-grandchildren kept "Pop Pop" going: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor, and Elijah. Melvin had a laugh that would change the atmosphere. He was a sports fan and loved to watch football and basketball games. His favorite team was the NY Giants and loved watching "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy."
He rededicated his life to the Lord at First Baptist Church in Linden, New Jersey. Prior to his illness, Melvin was a dedicated Deacon under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Derrick R. Dumas. Previously, he was a Deacon at White Rock Baptist for many years. Melvin was born into a very large family of eighteen. He knew no stranger and he allowed his works to speak for him. Deacon Carter loved being able to serve and worship God in the building and at home when he became ill. His spiritual influence will forever shape the lives of those he touched.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter departed this life at home in Linden.
He was preceded by his brothers: Richard, Arthur and Clarence; and sisters: Shirley and Elaine. Deacon Carter leaves to cherish fond memories, his loving wife of 55 years, Vernell Bailey Carter; daughters: Marilyn Lott (Willie) and Robin Carter Ellerbe; son, Kenneth Steven Carter (Verona); four sisters: Wallicia Griffin, Mozella Lamar (Thomas), Helen Sue Carter (John) and Dolores Brooks (Wilbur Sr.); three brothers: Lenton Alfred Carter, Thaddeus Carter (Marjorie) and Jerome Carter and the Bailey Family; seven grandchildren: Ericka, Taja (Guy), Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn; five great-grandchildren: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor and Elijah; special god daughter, Whitley Evans; Extended Families: The McGhees, The Mannuzza Family, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mapson, Mr. and Mrs. Cole Carson, Reverend Prince and Lena Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cashwell, Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Brown, Deacon Samuel Thomas and the late Deaconess Rosemarie Thomas; Bonus Children: Nisey Felton (Kelly), Bryant Lister, Pamela Bright, Darryl Miller, Anthony Pervis, Leighton Sams, Audrey Ismail, Diane Starkey, Simone Wright, Angela Jordan and Calvin James; Bonus Grandson: Joshua Lister; Special Love to Kareem and Stephone; nieces, nephews, and a host of church members and dearest friends.
G.G. Woody Funeral Home
Melvin was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and the Marines. During his military service, his oldest daughter Marilyn Lott was born. After completing military service, he began his career as a Barber in Jersey City, New Jersey. On September 14, 1965, Melvin was joined in Holy Matrimony to Vernell Bailey. From this union, two children were born: Robin and Kenneth "Stevie."
In 1994, Melvin retired from East Jersey State Prison in Rahway, New Jersey after over 30 years of dedicated service as a Corrections Officer.
Melvin was a man of integrity and strength. He loved to share his experiences with his family. Melvin was big on family and loved his grandchildren: Ericka, Taja, Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn so much! His great-grandchildren kept "Pop Pop" going: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor, and Elijah. Melvin had a laugh that would change the atmosphere. He was a sports fan and loved to watch football and basketball games. His favorite team was the NY Giants and loved watching "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy."
He rededicated his life to the Lord at First Baptist Church in Linden, New Jersey. Prior to his illness, Melvin was a dedicated Deacon under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Derrick R. Dumas. Previously, he was a Deacon at White Rock Baptist for many years. Melvin was born into a very large family of eighteen. He knew no stranger and he allowed his works to speak for him. Deacon Carter loved being able to serve and worship God in the building and at home when he became ill. His spiritual influence will forever shape the lives of those he touched.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter departed this life at home in Linden.
He was preceded by his brothers: Richard, Arthur and Clarence; and sisters: Shirley and Elaine. Deacon Carter leaves to cherish fond memories, his loving wife of 55 years, Vernell Bailey Carter; daughters: Marilyn Lott (Willie) and Robin Carter Ellerbe; son, Kenneth Steven Carter (Verona); four sisters: Wallicia Griffin, Mozella Lamar (Thomas), Helen Sue Carter (John) and Dolores Brooks (Wilbur Sr.); three brothers: Lenton Alfred Carter, Thaddeus Carter (Marjorie) and Jerome Carter and the Bailey Family; seven grandchildren: Ericka, Taja (Guy), Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn; five great-grandchildren: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor and Elijah; special god daughter, Whitley Evans; Extended Families: The McGhees, The Mannuzza Family, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mapson, Mr. and Mrs. Cole Carson, Reverend Prince and Lena Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cashwell, Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Brown, Deacon Samuel Thomas and the late Deaconess Rosemarie Thomas; Bonus Children: Nisey Felton (Kelly), Bryant Lister, Pamela Bright, Darryl Miller, Anthony Pervis, Leighton Sams, Audrey Ismail, Diane Starkey, Simone Wright, Angela Jordan and Calvin James; Bonus Grandson: Joshua Lister; Special Love to Kareem and Stephone; nieces, nephews, and a host of church members and dearest friends.
G.G. Woody Funeral Home
Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter was born on January 27, 1935 in Chase City, Virginia, the son of the late Josephine Hayes Carter and Lenton Carter. At an early age, Melvin accepted Jesus Christ and was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Chase City, Virginia.
Melvin was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and the Marines. During his military service, his oldest daughter Marilyn Lott was born. After completing military service, he began his career as a Barber in Jersey City, New Jersey. On September 14, 1965, Melvin was joined in Holy Matrimony to Vernell Bailey. From this union, two children were born: Robin and Kenneth "Stevie."
In 1994, Melvin retired from East Jersey State Prison in Rahway, New Jersey after over 30 years of dedicated service as a Corrections Officer.
Melvin was a man of integrity and strength. He loved to share his experiences with his family. Melvin was big on family and loved his grandchildren: Ericka, Taja, Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn so much! His great-grandchildren kept "Pop Pop" going: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor, and Elijah. Melvin had a laugh that would change the atmosphere. He was a sports fan and loved to watch football and basketball games. His favorite team was the NY Giants and loved watching "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy."
He rededicated his life to the Lord at First Baptist Church in Linden, New Jersey. Prior to his illness, Melvin was a dedicated Deacon under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Derrick R. Dumas. Previously, he was a Deacon at White Rock Baptist for many years. Melvin was born into a very large family of eighteen. He knew no stranger and he allowed his works to speak for him. Deacon Carter loved being able to serve and worship God in the building and at home when he became ill. His spiritual influence will forever shape the lives of those he touched.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter departed this life at home in Linden.
He was preceded by his brothers: Richard, Arthur and Clarence; and sisters: Shirley and Elaine. Deacon Carter leaves to cherish fond memories, his loving wife of 55 years, Vernell Bailey Carter; daughters: Marilyn Lott (Willie) and Robin Carter Ellerbe; son, Kenneth Steven Carter (Verona); four sisters: Wallicia Griffin, Mozella Lamar (Thomas), Helen Sue Carter (John) and Dolores Brooks (Wilbur Sr.); three brothers: Lenton Alfred Carter, Thaddeus Carter (Marjorie) and Jerome Carter and the Bailey Family; seven grandchildren: Ericka, Taja (Guy), Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn; five great-grandchildren: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor and Elijah; special god daughter, Whitley Evans; Extended Families: The McGhees, The Mannuzza Family, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mapson, Mr. and Mrs. Cole Carson, Reverend Prince and Lena Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cashwell, Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Brown, Deacon Samuel Thomas and the late Deaconess Rosemarie Thomas; Bonus Children: Nisey Felton (Kelly), Bryant Lister, Pamela Bright, Darryl Miller, Anthony Pervis, Leighton Sams, Audrey Ismail, Diane Starkey, Simone Wright, Angela Jordan and Calvin James; Bonus Grandson: Joshua Lister; Special Love to Kareem and Stephone; nieces, nephews, and a host of church members and dearest friends.
G.G. Woody Funeral Home
Melvin was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and the Marines. During his military service, his oldest daughter Marilyn Lott was born. After completing military service, he began his career as a Barber in Jersey City, New Jersey. On September 14, 1965, Melvin was joined in Holy Matrimony to Vernell Bailey. From this union, two children were born: Robin and Kenneth "Stevie."
In 1994, Melvin retired from East Jersey State Prison in Rahway, New Jersey after over 30 years of dedicated service as a Corrections Officer.
Melvin was a man of integrity and strength. He loved to share his experiences with his family. Melvin was big on family and loved his grandchildren: Ericka, Taja, Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn so much! His great-grandchildren kept "Pop Pop" going: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor, and Elijah. Melvin had a laugh that would change the atmosphere. He was a sports fan and loved to watch football and basketball games. His favorite team was the NY Giants and loved watching "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy."
He rededicated his life to the Lord at First Baptist Church in Linden, New Jersey. Prior to his illness, Melvin was a dedicated Deacon under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Derrick R. Dumas. Previously, he was a Deacon at White Rock Baptist for many years. Melvin was born into a very large family of eighteen. He knew no stranger and he allowed his works to speak for him. Deacon Carter loved being able to serve and worship God in the building and at home when he became ill. His spiritual influence will forever shape the lives of those he touched.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Deacon Melvin Franklin Carter departed this life at home in Linden.
He was preceded by his brothers: Richard, Arthur and Clarence; and sisters: Shirley and Elaine. Deacon Carter leaves to cherish fond memories, his loving wife of 55 years, Vernell Bailey Carter; daughters: Marilyn Lott (Willie) and Robin Carter Ellerbe; son, Kenneth Steven Carter (Verona); four sisters: Wallicia Griffin, Mozella Lamar (Thomas), Helen Sue Carter (John) and Dolores Brooks (Wilbur Sr.); three brothers: Lenton Alfred Carter, Thaddeus Carter (Marjorie) and Jerome Carter and the Bailey Family; seven grandchildren: Ericka, Taja (Guy), Nakaia, Torri, Nyle, Daija and Jailyn; five great-grandchildren: Janiyah, Stephanie, Xavier, Taylor and Elijah; special god daughter, Whitley Evans; Extended Families: The McGhees, The Mannuzza Family, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mapson, Mr. and Mrs. Cole Carson, Reverend Prince and Lena Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cashwell, Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Brown, Deacon Samuel Thomas and the late Deaconess Rosemarie Thomas; Bonus Children: Nisey Felton (Kelly), Bryant Lister, Pamela Bright, Darryl Miller, Anthony Pervis, Leighton Sams, Audrey Ismail, Diane Starkey, Simone Wright, Angela Jordan and Calvin James; Bonus Grandson: Joshua Lister; Special Love to Kareem and Stephone; nieces, nephews, and a host of church members and dearest friends.
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