Melvin Solomon

Melvin Carl Solomon, 64, of Hilliard, passed away quietly at his home surrounded by his family after a short illness, Tuesday, January 25, 2011. He was born in Fernandina Beach, Florida on August 25, 1946 to the late Alpha and Lucille (DuBose) Solomon. He was a lifelong resident of Hilliard, Florida and a member of the Masonic Lodge #208. He retired after 25 years with the Haskell Company. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Boulougne. He was preceded in death by his daughter: Linda Solomon and a Brother: Raymond Solomon.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years: Linder Faye (Nowling) Solomon; 5-Children: Carla Melissa (Chris) Todd, Angela Michelle (Chris) Black, Toni Linder Steele, Kimberly Ruth Lane, and Alpha Morris (Carrie) Solomon; 2-Brothers: Terry Solomon and Tommy Solomon; 8-Grandchildren; Brother-In-Law: Lloyd Nowling; Sisters-In-Law: Ruthie Williams, and Karen (Mickey) Hodges, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will receive friends Friday January 28 at Shepard Funeral Home from 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 29 at 2:00 PM at the Shepard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Andrew Gillis officiating. Burial will be in Homeland Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest book at www.shepardfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston, Georgia.