Melvin Otto Mitchell was born to the parentage of Ollie Ray and Bobbie Mitchell on October 15, 1952. Both parents preceded him in death.

Melvin was a retired U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant, retiring after 24 years and 9 days of faithful and honorable service to this country. Before his passing , Melvin was employed by the Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) working in RAF Lakenheath.

Melvin departed his earthly home on December 06, 2016 while living in the quaint village of Alconbury in the United Kingdom.

Those left to cherish his memories are two daughters, Mrs. Yalanda Mitchell-Hawkins (William), Leila Mitchell; a son, Adrian Mitchell; three grandchildren, Mya Hawkins, Melvin Hawkins and Maria Brennan; five sisters, Cheryl (James) Rose, Joycelyn Caesar, Patricia (Troy) Hall, Diedra (Otha) Moffitt, Kimberly (Ryan) Siurek; two brothers, Travis Mitchell and Kenneth (Debra) Mitchell; three aunts, Faye Scott, Doris Adams and Oteria Jackson and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.