Melvin Laurie Downing Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Melvin Laurie Downing of Saint Petersburg, Florida, born in Newton, Massachusetts, who passed away on May 11, 2024 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melvin Laurie Downing to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Evelyn Therese Downing; and his son Michael Downing (Robin). He is survived by: his children, Sue Brett (Timothy) of St. Petersburg, Carol Downing of St. Petersburg, Tom Downing (Jean) of Pensacola, Jim Downing (Tonya) of St. Petersburg, Jean Burke (Larry) of St. Pete Beach, David Downing of St. Petersburg, Kevin Downing (Jean) and Lisa Conner (Michael) of Orlando; his grandchildren, Dewana, Thomas, Bryan, Justin, Kevin, Daniel, Joseph, Jessica, Erin, Jacob, Catherine, Alex, Aubrey, Jay, Sarah, Arwen and Jude; and his great grandchildren, River, Archer and Isabelle.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
