Melton DuBose

Melton DuBose, 92, was called to his heavenly home on November 14, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. Melton was born April 5, 1932 to Lemuel Henry DuBose II and Leota York DuBose in Jackson. After graduating from Jackson High School, Melton entered the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and was honorably discharged in 1955. He used his GI Bill to attend Mississippi Southern College in Hattiesburg, MS and went on to be named the State of Mississippi's "Outstanding Graduate in Accounting" when receiving his bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1958. Melton began his career as Auditor of Public Accounts for the State of Alabama. He worked in corporate accounting in Birmingham for several years, achieving the position of Comptroller. Melton's goal had always been to return to his hometown of Jackson, which he did with his family in 1970. He opened an accounting business and established a farm and cattle operation. His greatest treasure was the friends he made in his forty years of accounting practice there. He was dedicated and professional; always honorably representing his clients.

Melton is survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Patricia Ryser DuBose; son, Melton Lambert DuBose; grandchildren, Joseph (Wendy) DuBose, Caroline (Michael) Bedwell, Linsey Stockman, Clara DuBose, Amy DuBose; nine great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives and dear friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Clara Elizabeth DuBose; sons, Stuart Craig DuBose and Lemuel Henry DuBose III; and sister, Nell DuBose (Jack) Howell.

Services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2024. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Stave Creek Baptist Church. Graveside Service will follow in DuBose Family Cemetery on York Lane with Bro. Mike Ballard officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stave Creek Baptist Church or the Elias H. DuBose Memorial Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Joseph DuBose, Jaden DuBose, Michael Howell, Michael Bedwell, Richard Harvey and Britt Wilson.

Honorary pallbearers will be Joe DuBose, Victor DuBose, Bill Mathews, Johnny Pace, Derek Ryser, Ralph Ryser, Freddie Craft, Robert Martin, Kenny Mike Sullivan, and Christopher Harris.