Melvin R Rowlett

Melvin (Mel) Ray Rowlett Sr. passed away peacefully at home on July 13, 2020, in Roseburg, Oregon. Mel was born in West Los Angeles on October 2, 1932, to Standard and Lillian Rowlett.Mel graduated High School and then served in the United States Navy, in the Korean War, after leaving the service he worked at Roseburg Lumber for 25 years. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and fraternal order of eagles. Mel enjoyed playing guitar, fishing and also enjoyed being a gymnast.Mel is survived by his wife of 23 years Verna Rowlett, Son; Melvin (Corey) Rowlett Jr., Stepsons; Kenneth (Amy) Granger of Philippines, and David Granger of Roseburg, Oregon, Brothers; Raymond (Judy) Rowlett of Mansfield, Ohio, ten Grandchildren, with special recognition to Granddaughter Donna Rose Keith as expertise as an RN being here in his final days, and 12 great-grandchildren, with many nieces nephews and cousins, and special friend Donna Collier.Mel is preceded in death by his parents, Standard and Lillian, Brothers; Lee Rowlett, Tom Rowlett, Harley Rowlett, Dan Rowlett, Sisters; Gladis Revels, Mabel Madden.The Family would like to give a special thanks to Amedysis Hospice for there tender care, and sister in laws Donna McCoy and Linda Birch and Niece Kim Neifert, Stepson David Granger for their loving care and support system. Please visit Mel's website at wilsonschapeloftherosesfh.com to leave fond memories and condolences. A potluck will be held Verna's residence following the service, please bring your favorite dish.
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