Melvin Cecil Lemons, Jr.
Melvin Cecil Lemons, Jr., 62, of Sellersburg, IN, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, at the University of Louisville with his family by his side. Mr. Lemons was born in New Albany, IN, to the late Melvin Cecil Lemons, Sr., and Violet Marie Nuckols of New Albany, IN. Mr. Lemons loved hunting, fishing, archery, and was a well-known self-contractor and of the Christian Faith.
Survivors include his mother, Violet Lemons of New Albany, IN; daughters, ShyAnne Erwin (Joseph) of Cecila, KY; sisters, Misty Marie Daltilo of Cave City, KY, Debra Sue Evans (Phil Abell) of Jeffersonville, IN; grandchildren, Hailey Marie, Alexis Lee, Alivia, Ryder, and Layla.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Lynn.
A private service was held for the family on December 22, 2025, with burial in the Beaumont Cemetery.
McMurtrey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
I remember 45 years ago, me, Joe Mauck, Melvin, and my best friend Eric Lemmon went with my Beagle Guss rabbit hunting. We were in a 1951 Willys jeep in Sulphur, it was pouring down rain and took us forever to get there. We never jumped one rabbit. I saw Melvin at our great friend Joe’s funeral, we talked about that day, he said he remembered it like it was yesterday. Haven’t seen him much in the last couple of years. Will miss you buddy, your friend..Scott Inzer
Scott, thank you for sharing that memory. All of the memories of my Dad are greatly appreciated and welcome to be shared. He was an amazing man and father. Thank you very much.