Melvin Gage

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Hopewell Cemetery
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Cord, AR  72524
Monday, August 5, 2024
10:00am


Celebration of Life
Cord Baptist Church
8149 Cord Road
Cord, AR  72524
Monday, August 5, 2024
11:00am
Cemetery
Hopewell Cemetery
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Cord, AR  72524

Melvin Gage

of Cord, AR

March 1, 1951 - July 31, 2024

Melvin Gage, 73, of Cord passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

He was born March 1, 1951 in DesArc, Arkansas to Cecil Brooks Gage and Lorene (Voiles) Gage.

Melvin was a member of Cord Baptist Church. He was a generous, hardworking man with a good sense of humor. He was a truck driver most of his life. Melvin worked for Jerry Hayes Trucking for 20 years and drove for Walmart Transportation out of Searcy, Arkansas for 25 years He was proud of having driven over 2 million safe miles. He also loved his family very much, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon (Williams) Gage; three sons, Wesley Gage (Heather) of Cord, James Gage of Cord, Casey Cox (Mary) of Batesville; one daughter, Pam Heigle (Rodney) of Batesville; one brother, Ronald Gage (Gloria) of Santa Rosa, New Mexico; two sisters, Jeanette Lovell (David) of Cave City, Barbara Kennedy (Phillip) of Little Rock; twelve grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Pallbearers are Don Grills, Derek McKuin, Charley Clinton, Randy Williams, Donnie England and Joey Bray. Honorary pallbearers are Randy Estes, Melvin Smith, David Lovell and David Grimes.

Graveside services will be held Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10:00am at Hopewell Cemetery in Cord with Jeff Childers officiating.

A celebration of life will be held Monday at 11:00am at the Cord Baptist Church.

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39 Condolence(s)
Debra Gage
Sapello, NM
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Tuesday, August 6, 2024

My sincerest condolences. Sending my love and hugs

Darlene Sartin
Melbourne, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about Melvin. My son Dennis Sartin let me know tonight, Sunday, about it. We know he is in a better place but it sure will not help the empty place in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family,may God give you comfort and peace during the hard days ahead. In case you don't remember me we met at Norris Grills funeral, and Melvin and I were talking about he had covid the same time my husband , Larry Sartin had it in Jan. of 2021 and Melvin pulled through it and my husband didn't make it.

William Foley and Trisha King
Searcy, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

You will be sorely missed. Thank you for being an amazing person and letting us be a part of your work family. Will and I will miss you tons.

Charles & Sally Gates
Sulphur Rock, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you Sharon and the rest of your family.

Taitha Alkire
Searcy, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

I worked with Melvin for over 24 years at Wal-Mart. He was a true friend. We have had lots of funny conversations and serious ones too over the years. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family.

Beverly Crawford
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

I was always fond of Melvin. Between him and Ronald you were in tears from laughing. Prayers for the family.

Paul Wayne Henson
ELDORADO, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

Spent my childhood growing up across the street and lot of time at the Gage's, alway enjoyed being around Melvin .

Cecilia Baker
Fayetteville, AR
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

Dear Sharon, James, and Casey and the rest of the family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and Dad. God be with you.

Dorothy Moore
Pocahontas, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

So sorry for your loss. He was a good man with a kind hearts and a smile on his face.
Fly high my friend

Donnie and Lendy England
Austin, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

My best friend.. will be dearly missed.. not enough good things can be said about this man..

Mike Mobbs
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Melvin was one of a kind. I got some good stories that I laugh everytime I think about them I'm filled with joy. Melvin was a true friend to many and you knew if he was your friend. The last time I saw him was at the truckstop in Ozark Ar. He came over and visited with my wife and I.

Cathy Mullens (Yiengst)
Batesville, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Jeanette, Pam, Wesley, & Barbara, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your Dad and brother. It’s been a very long time since I’ve seen Melvin. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Melvin was always so full of life and laughs. He always kept Jason & Jody on their toes when he was around them in our Magness/Newark days My sincere condolences to all the family while you grieve the loss of this great man.

Lucretia Horton
Calico Rock, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

So sorry to hear about Melvin. Thoughts and prayers are with all the family. My dad, Ernest Horton (Big E) drove with Melvin at Jerry Hayes trucking and also at Walmart. My Mom(Linda) and I send our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Linda and Lucretia Horton

Rickey and Cathey Jones
Judsonia, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

What an honor it was to know and work with Melvin. You just never knew what Melvin was going to say but whatever it was, it was going to be funny. Melvin loved his family beyond compare. He had the biggest heart and the kindest soul and always seemed to actually care about the people he worked with. He was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. RIP friend. There will never be another like you.

Cheryl
Judsonia, AR
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

I'm deeply sadden to hear the news of his passing. I will be praying for the family and anyone that had the opportunity to meet him. He always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. He would tell me that I must be kin to him because I was just as crazy as him. I loved seeing him.

Nancy & Malcolm Gibson
Surprise, AZ
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Melvin made us laugh, smile and most of all feel special. What a joy to know him. Heaven is even a better place since he arrived! Our hearts are sad for Sharon and their precious loved ones. Our love and prayers for you all.

Crystal Wojcik
Locust Grove, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. You are so very special to me. I didn’t know him for long but I felt a lot of love for him. If you need anything please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at any time. I love you and I pray God hold you close to Him and give you the healing peace that can only come from Him. Can’t wait to get to the other shore and aggravate him some day. So glad to know that we will see him again. Hold close to God and let Him comfort you. you sis. Crystal

Carolyn Pitts Roller
Benton, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Its great reading all the wonderful comments about Melvin.

Betty Burge Cockrill
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Casey and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with each of your families.

Jack Moss
Newark, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Wesley, sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Connie and I enjoyed living close to him when we first got married.

Mark and Teresa Smedley
Cord, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Melvin was a precious soul that will be forever remembered and missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the coming days

Debbie & CT Thomas
Cord, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

What a blessing is was to know Melvin ! Always a laughter and smile ! Prayers to all the family .

Beatrice Copsey (Bunny)
Central, AZ
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Melvin was a natural with his smile and teasing! I felt like I knew him a long time!! Love you and your family so much! May God bless you all with his love and comfort!! He will be missed!

Norma Hunt Cochran
Bryant, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Barbara and Jeanette I am so sorry for y’all’s loss. There is an emptiness that will never be filled. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. I remember being at y’all’s house in Des Arc and Melvin stoles my shoes and acted liked he was not going to give them back to me. Barbara you was right there with him on this.

Shauna Foster
Searcy, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

So sorry for your loss. He was one of my favorite drivers. Always had a smile and mnt dew for everyone!

Vicky Bowren
Floral, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Sharon, so sorry. Prayers and for you and the family.
Love, Vicky

Jay and Cathy Shell
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

We were saddened to hear of Melvin's passing. We are praying for the family, that you will know the peace that passes understanding that only Jesus can give in times of loss.

Brenda Brenner
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

So sorry for your loss. In my thoughts and prayers!

Shelley Avants
Little Rock, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Prayers for Sharon and Pam, Wesley and families. Love to all! He will be missed.

Kaleena Arbuco
Goshen, NY
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Papaw Melvin always treated me like one of his own grandchildren, and I am proud to have known him and spent many Christmas celebrations hearing his contagious laugh and silly jokes. He’s the orneriest man I’ve ever met and had a heart of pure gold. I’m sure he’s up there in heaven now making Jesus laugh! Sending all our love and prayers for comfort during this difficult time.

Mike & Kristy Griffith
Sheridan, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Melvin was a wonderful man that love his family so much. He will definitely be missed by all who were blessed to know him. We sure loved him. Prayers for all of you now & the days to come.

Charles Mcintosh
Cave City, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

He will be miss Melvin was a good guy

Melissa (Smedley) Baker
Oil Trough, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

The world has lost a wonderful soul. Melvin could get a smile or laugh out of almost anyone! I love you Sharon (and family), and I'll keep you in my prayers!

Leveta Gist
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Melvin will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Phyllis Barber and family
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.

Carole Blue
230 North Locust Newark, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

He will be missed lots of memories was made ! Loved that special man !! Prayers for the family

Rhea Jennings
SULPHUR ROCK, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Melvin was one of the nicest, funniest man ever. When I used to cut his jar, I always enjoyed our conversations. No matter where I would run into him at he always had a great big smile, sometimes kind to say and something funny to tell Terry later.

Prayers and love for his family.

Gene & Sheila Cook
Batesville, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Kellie Dease
Newark, AR
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Praying for the family. Melvin was a special person and it was a privilege to know him.