Melvin R. Claycomb

Melvin R. Claycomb

Imler

Melvin R. Claycomb, 83, of Imler, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021 at his home.

He was born on June 27, 1937; son of the late Irvin R. Claycomb and Minnie J. (Stiegers) Ravenscraft.

On July 19, 1956, he married Phyllis M. (Allison) Claycomb.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Claycomb; brother, Dervin Claycomb; half-brothers, John William Claycomb and Zane Claycomb.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; children, Melvin L. Claycomb of Imler; Randy S. Claycomb of Imler; Scott Claycomb of Gates, N.C.; and Angela J. Lafferty of Imler; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; half-brother, Donald Claycomb of Schellsburg; half-sisters, Gloria Gonsman of Claysburg; Marilyn Lemin; Brenda Claycomb of Schellsburg; and Cindy Claycomb.

Melvin was a member of the Community Bible Church in Imler. He was an amazing example for his family of how to be a great husband, father, and grandfather. He was well known in the community for helping anyone in need. He was a mechanical wiz and loved working in the garage daily.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Bedford County Hospice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.jedwardblackburnfh.com

Arrangements by the J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home.

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