Melvin Lee Padgett, 82, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025.

He was raised in Penderlea, NC, the 5th of 10 children. His parents Joe and Exie Padgett, along with his brother J.A. and sister Deborah preceded him in death.

Melvin was employed by Carolina Telephone in equipment installation for 43 years where he met his wife, Donna. They were married 38 years. After retiring, they shared 21 years of loafing and spending time together.

Melvin also enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, gardening and hanging out with his tractor buddies at B & B Tractor where they fellowshipped and enjoyed many good meals.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025 PM. 1:00 PM, at Potts Memorial Church Cemetery, 4125 NC Hwy. 11, Willard, NC. Visitation will be at the graveside.

Survivors:

Spouse:

Donna Sumner Padgett

Son:

Joey Padgett (Melissa)

Daughters:

Barbara P. MacDonald (Bill)

Michelle P. Stallings (Terry Parker)

Kim S. Whaley (Johnny)

Father-In-Law:

Linwood Earl Sumner

Brothers:

Mitchell Padgett (Juanita)

David Padgett (Susan)

Sisters:

Lucille Giddeons

JoAnn Marshburn

Joyce Ward (Bobby)

Frances Brown (Clifton)

Rebecca Fowler (Jim)

Grandchildren:

Brandon (Christa), Brent (Blair), Jeremy (Stacy), Ashley (Ryan), Amanda (Josh), Marshall, Beth, Chris (Nicole) and Grayson

Great-Grandchildren:

Jordan, Renley, John Henry, Jacob, Addison, Ian, Ava, Evan, Vinny, Piper, Miles, Rhys and Penelope.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Melvin's honor to: Potts Memorial Church Cemetery Fund, 2453 Crooked Run Rd., Willard, NC  28478

Community Funeral Home of Beulaville is honored to serve the Padgett family.