James "Melvin" Herrin

June 13, 1926 - January 26, 2020

James “Melvin” Herrin, age 93, of Charlotte, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 26, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 13, 1926 in Albemarle, NC, to the late Esther and Ernest Herrin. Melvin will be greatly missed by his family. He is survived by his children, Randy Herrin (Celeste), Steven Herrin, and Connie Herrin Boger (Ray), son-in-law, John Huneycutt, grandchildren John Christopher Huneycutt, Taylor Boger, Piper Boger, Shelby Russell, Spencer Givens, Tiffany Givens and great-grandchild Bentley Posey. He was preceded in death by his parents, Esther and Ernest Herrin, his wife, Frances Harris Herrin, and his daughter, Judy Herrin Huneycutt. Melvin was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II. During that time, he received the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal and Occupation Medal. He worked as a postman, always a walking route, for the United States Postal service until retirement. He enjoyed gardening and took pride in growing the best tomatoes his family ever tasted. He even sold his produce in the front yard by the honor system. We will especially miss his everlasting faith in his Savior and his loving support and prayers for his family. A celebration of life service for Mr. Herrin will take place at Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home (4715 Margaret Wallace Road, Matthews, NC) on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 1pm. Visitation will be held one hour prior (12 noon-1pm) and a graveside service will immediately follow at Sunset Memory Gardens, 8901 Lawyers Road, Mint Hill, NC.