Robert “Buck” L. Melton, 64, of Fort Smith, AR passed away on January 15, 2020. He was born December 12, 1955 in Meridian, MS to Robert Earl Melton and Annie Rutledge Melton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Ricky Melton.
Buck was an Air Force Veteran and member of the American Legion. He was a retired Police Officer/Detective, having been named Officer of the Year three times during his career. First, with the Fresno, CA Police Department then, the Carmel, CA Police Department and Atwater Police Department in Atwater, CA.
Buck enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, golfing, fishing, barbequing and shooting guns. His greatest loves were his wife, children, grandchildren and Country.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lori Melton; three children, Matt Melton and wife Christina, Bryant Melton, and Sara Melton; two step-children, Judy Velosky and husband Andy, Nathan Gibbs; four grandchildren, Brie and Wyatt Melton, Kyndal and Atticus Velosky.
Chapel service will be 10:30 AM, Friday, January 17, 2020 at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the U.S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith with military honors. Visitation will be 6 PM till 8 PM on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Edwards Funeral Home. Services are entrusted to Edwards Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, P. O. 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or online at donate3.cancer.org/
