Obituary

Robert (Bob) William Melvin, 91, of Darlington, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on January 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Bob was born on April 28, 1934, in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Robert and Ruth (Gulligham) Melvin. He was a graduate from Beaver Falls high school. He retired from the Beaver Falls Post Office and also owned and operated his own roofing business. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War.

A talented craftsman, Bob had a remarkable gift for designing and creating stained glass pieces. He had an unconditional love for his family and especially cherished gathering together for Sunday dinners, a beloved family tradition. He was also a fifth-degree black belt in karate. A Mason, Bob was well known for his quick wit, warm heart, and wonderful sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Jeannie Ham; his brothers, Sonny, Tommy, and Richie Melvin; his sister, Darlene Summerville; his in-laws, David and Lenora Welsh; his nephew Chad Melvin; and his godson, Adam Rohrmann.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Bonnie (Welsh) Melvin of Darlington; his younger brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Sue Melvin; his children Pam and Steve Donahue, Marci and Chuck McKeel, Russell and Faye Melvin; his daughter-in-law, Melody Carney; and his sisters-in-law, Marion Gulett and Sandy Epling. He was a proud grandfather to Russell and Marge Duran, Tyler and Maddie Donahue, Maddison and Randall Ashby, Jordyn (Jack) McKeel (Jack), Hunter (Zoe) McKeel, Stephanie and Brian Bonomo, and Robbie and Grace Coats. He was also blessed with great-grandchildren Kaiden, Everleigh, Jack (“Squish”), Levi, Talia, Sophia, Eli, and Maribelle.

Bob will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family, all of whom were touched by his kindness, humor, and unwavering love for family.

Services will be held at Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Visitation:
Tuesday, January 6, from 2:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM

Memorial Service at Funeral Home:
Wednesday, January 7, with full military honors beginning at 11:00 AM, followed by the service.

Entombment:

Will take place at Beaver Falls Mausoleum in Chippewa Township on Darlington Road.

Contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to Three Oaks Hospice Care, 300 S. Walnut Lane, Beaver, PA 15009. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Laura Feezle for her extraordinary care and kindness.