Phyllis Davidson Melton

October 3, 2022

Phyllis Melton offered the final letting go of the body on October 3, 2022 and is now resting in the arms of God. Phyllis Lynn Davidson Melton was born to William T. Davidson and Ruth Howle on June 16, 1944. She married Burt Melton with whom she celebrated their 60th Anniversary on September 9th. They have three sons, Brooks, Patrick and Craig. She graduated from Queens University.

Phyllis was a ruling elder at Charlotte’s First Presbyterian Church where she served as President of Presbyterian Women and Manager of the Loaves and Fishes Pantry. She also served as President of Loaves and Fishes of Charlotte and the first President of A Child's Place, a school for homeless children, initially housed at First Presbyterian. Phyllis was awarded a Lifetime Membership in Presbyterian Women in recognition of her years and service in the church. She was a member of the Weekly Centering Prayer Group that meets at St. John’s Episcopal Church.

Prior to moving back to Charlotte in 1987, she and her family lived in Fayetteville where she served as Chair of The Fayetteville Board of Education, Co-chair of a movement to raise the money and build a new Cumberland County Public Library and President of the Junior League.

In addition to public service, Phyllis enjoyed her horses. She taught her grandchildren to ride and frequently hitched her truck to her horse trailer and pulled them to her beloved mountains to ride. Throwing pots on her wheel was another favorite activity.

She was predeceased by her parents and is survived by her husband, Burt; sons Brooks and wife, Jessica; Patrick and wife, Spencer; Craig and wife, Julie; and Melton grandchildren; Morgan, Brooks Jr., Reid, Sydney Elaine, Jackson, Walker and Ava. 

A Service in Witness to the Resurrection will occur at First Presbyterian, 200 West Trade Street on November 4, 2022 at 2:00 PM. A private committal service will be held in the church’s columbarium. Following the example of Christ, Phyllis has entered the heart of the world especially the hearts of her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers gifts can be made in Phyllis' memory to First Presbyterian Church at 200 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 and designated either for Loaves and Fishes or the Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance. The LNA serves to empower the Lakeview community through leadership, resources, and advocacy.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC; 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Judy O'Toole

    Our heartfelt condolences to you Burt and to all of your family. Phyllis and you shared a life filled with love. Scripture tells us that love is the greatest gift of all. You will always be bound by your love and her spirit will be with you always.
    With our love and blessings,
    Judy and Larry O'Toole

  • Susan & John Hitt

    John and I send our deepest condolences to Burt and the entire Melton family. Phyllis was an incredibly kind and wonderful soul. With all our love, The Hitts

  • Shana Williams

    A Beautiful Lady, with a Beautiful Soul.

  • Pender McElroy

    Kathy and I send Burt and all of the family our deepest sympathy. Phyllis was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She was devoted to her church and its work. Her memory is an inspiration to all of us. Pender

  • Mike schultze

    What a beautiful obituary. Had no idea of the breath of Phyllis’s service to everyone both here and in Fayetteville. What a well lived life. I am very sorry for you Bert but know that she is out of pain and still with us. MIKE

  • Sandee Waren

    I'm sending my condolences to Burt and her sons❣️Loved Phyllis and her family in Fayetteville where she was so proactive in our community! I loved having her as my Vice President in the Fayetteville Junior League and she was a wonderful President that made a great impact on our community! Sandee Waren

  • Mike Sappenfield

    My deepest sympathies to the entire Melton family. I have so many fond memories of you all growing up in Fayetteville.

  • Lynn Lakin

    Well done good and faithful servant.

  • Gina Keel

    I remember Phyllis training me to be treasurer of the Junior League of Fayetteville…I was her assistant…what a dear woman she was. I can still hear her voice…Fayetteville lost a great couple when she and Burt moved to Charlotte. ??????

  • Bowman Smith

    I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

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