James Melvin Ford Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Melvin Ford of Oxford, Alabama, who passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Melvin Ford or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John W. Ford, Sr. and Audrey Marie Ford; his siblings, Johnny Ford, Elmer Ford, Herschel Ford and Audrey Montsesano; and his grandson Blake Ezell.
He is survived by: his wife Doris Allison Ford; his children, Anne Ford Key of Anniston, David Ford (Jo Rhea), Glenn Ford (Rhonda) of Oxford and Mike Ezell (Bethany) of Lithia; his grandchildren, Dee Dee Lloyd (Chris) of Anniston, John David Ford of Rogers, AR, Meagan Ford of Oxford and Jacob Ezell (Keri) of Lithia; his siblings, Mary Lavender of Homewood, Sara Thomas (Lilburn) of Anniston and Milton Ford (Judy) of Anniston; and his pet Molly. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Until the pandemic disrupted life, he and his wife were part of a group that visited local skilled care facilities each week to sing hymns for residents and volunteered at the Oxford Senior Center.
