Mr. Melvin Cassell, age 86, of 118 Laramie Circle, Danville, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at SOVAH Health in Danville.
Mr. Cassell was born on May 18, 1935, in Danville, to the late John W. Cassell and Lena Cooper Cassell. He lived his life in Danville where he worked for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company for 30 years before retirement and was a faithful member of Schoolfield Baptist Church. He bravely served his country in the United States Army.
Mr. Cassell is survived by his wife, Virginia Walton Cassell; children, William Cassell (Sharon) and Mel Cassell (Stacy); seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Cassell was predeceased by three sisters and two brothers.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, November 21, 2021, at 2PM at Swicegood Funeral Home with Reverend David Turbyfill officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Schoolfield Cemetery.
At other times, the family will receive friends at the residence.
Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Cassell family.
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