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1989 Mel 2024

Melvin Leon Lofton III

May 5, 1989 — November 7, 2024

Richlands, NC

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

John 3:16

With heavy and sorrowful hearts, we the staff and Management of R. Swinson Funeral Services join the Lofton and extended families in announcing the transition of 35-year-old Mr. Melvin Leon Lofton III known to many as "Mel" on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. 

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Greater Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow the funeral services in the Parrott Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Please keep the family, and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time.

"Better Days are Coming." 

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Visitation

Friday, November 15, 2024

4:00 - 6:00 pm (Eastern time)

R. Swinson Funeral Service

208 E Blount St, Kinston, NC 28501

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Funeral Service

Saturday, November 16, 2024

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Greater Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church

311 North St, Kinston, NC 28501

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Burial

Saturday, November 16, 2024

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