George Gilbert Melson, 38

McMinnville resident and Warren County native George Gilbert Melson, 38, died unexpectedly March 23 at his home.

The owner of G.O. Tree Topping Service, he was preceded in death by brother, Ricky Melson. He is survived by children, Elizabeth Melson, George Melson and Amber Pickens, all of Manchester; father and stepmother, Ralph and Ann Melson of McMinnville; mother and stepfather, Pearlie King and Earl Harper of McMinnville; brothers, Junior Melson and David Melson, both of McMinnville; sisters, Ruby Nelson, Edna King, Carolyn Manus and Pat Ferrell, all of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. today at High’s Chapel with Odell Powell officiating. Burial will follow at Smyrna Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of service today at High’s.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Southern Standard
(McMinnville. Tenn.) March 26, 2004