Obituary of Melvin Lipscomb

Melvin Vernor Lipscomb, 76, of Independence, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He was born on November, 19, 1937 to the late Melvin and Dora (Stephens) Lipscomb. He retired after 16 years as a heavy equipment operator for the Kentucky State Highway Department. Melvin was a member of the NRA, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Opal (Ballard) Lipscomb of Independence; daughters Cindy (Todd) Lipscomb Maynard of Independence and Belinda Evans of Independence; brothers John R. Ferguson of Hudson, FL and Terry Ferguson of Independence; sister Marie McMullen of Hudson, FL; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and many extended family and friends. A visitation for Melvin will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 5PM until 8PM at Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home in Independence. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 12PM also at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Elizabeth Hospice 1 Medical Village Dr. Edgewood, KY 41017 or Hickory Grove Baptist Church 11969 Taylor Mill Rd, Independence, KY 41051.