John "J.W." Willie Melton, Sr., also known as J.W., 81, passed away August 30, 2019 at Wesley Long Hospital.

A homegoing celebration will be held Saturday, September 7, 2019 at St. Phillips AME Zion Church, 1330 Ashe Street, Greensboro, NC.  Visitation with the family will begin at 12 noon, followed by the service at 1:00 p.m.  Entombment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Park, 3600 N O'Henry Blvd, Greensboro, NC.

Hargett Funeral Service is assisting the family.