He was born March 25, 1962, in Ashtabula, Ohio, to parents T. Jack Melton and Evelyn (Budd) Labonte. Dave grew up in Jefferson until his family eventually moved to Ravenna, where he graduated in 1980. He then went on to proudly serve his country as a veteran of the US Army. David enjoyed the outdoors, especially when he was fishing or riding his dirt bike.
David is survived by his mother Evelyn Labonte, his brothers Ronald Melton and Daniel Melton, his step-brothers Romeo Labonte and Paul Labonte, along with many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
David was preceded in death by his father T. Jack Melton.
His wishes for cremation are being honored. Friends and family will be received Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 1:30 – 2:00 PM with a memorial service celebrated by David’s cousin Joseph Cole at 2:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E Main St, Ravenna. A time of fellowship will follow. Private inurnment will take place at Grandview Memorial Park.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.