Melvin Lee Jackson

Melvin Lee Jackson was born on August 17, 1947 to the late Henderson and Rosa Lee Jackson. He, along with his sisters, were raised by God fearing parents in Norfolk County currently known as the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake, VA. He was the youngest of three children and sadly he was preceded in death by his older sisters: Joyce L. Pearis and Joan Tolliver-Morgan. They shared a beautiful bond that only death could break. Melvin received his education in the Norfolk County School System, graduating in 1965 from Crestwood High School. He later attended college at Norfolk State University before enlisting in the United States Army. He proudly served his country from 1968 to 1972 with a high security clearance. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he was employed by Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). After 37 years of dedicated service, Melvin retired in March 2014. As a child Melvin attended Divine Baptist Church where he dedicated his life to Christ. He later joined First Baptist Church South Hill to continue his spiritual development. Melvin met the love of his life Linda Tunstall on a blind date, it was love at first site. After only five months of long-distance dating, he knew she was the one, and they were united in Holy Matrimony on November 30, 1991 in Philadelphia. Melvin was a football enthusiast and was a die-hard Redskins fan. As his health begin to fail, he could be found lying in his bed cheering for his team. Although he had many health challenges, he remained up lifting and often displayed his signature contagious smile. In his last days he continued to fight although his body grew tired, as if in his spirit he declared: For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:6-7 On March 21, 2020, Melvin hearken to God’s voice, his eyes closed for the last time and a heart of gold stopped beating. He leaves to cherish his memory: His loving and dedicated wife Linda Tunstall Jackson, Two daughters: Kimberly Jackson and Tameka Tunstall, two grandsons: Joseph Tunstall-Gainer and Timothy Tunstall-Reeves, a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends.

Melvin Lee Jackson

August 17, 1947 - March 21, 2020