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
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
My sincerest condolences. Sending my love and hugs
Darlene Sartin
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Saturday, August 3, 2024
My best friend.. will be dearly missed.. not enough good things can be said about this man..
Mike Mobbs
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Its great reading all the wonderful comments about Melvin.
Betty Burge Cockrill
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
Sharon, so sorry. Prayers and for you and the family.
Love, Vicky
Jay and Cathy Shell
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss. In my thoughts and prayers!
Shelley Avants
Friday, August 2, 2024
Prayers for Sharon and Pam, Wesley and families. Love to all! He will be missed.
Kaleena Arbuco
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
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
He will be miss Melvin was a good guy
Melissa (Smedley) Baker
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
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Carole Blue
Friday, August 2, 2024
He will be missed lots of memories was made ! Loved that special man !! Prayers for the family
Rhea Jennings
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
Friday, August 2, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Kellie Dease
Friday, August 2, 2024
Praying for the family. Melvin was a special person and it was a privilege to know him.