Melton James Darden Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Melton James Darden (Marion, Illinois), born in Los Angeles, California, who passed away on April 25, 2025, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Melton James departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Melton James may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Melton James leaves behind.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 29th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Grange Hall Free Will Baptist Church (9950 Grassy Rd, Marion, IL 62959). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, April 29th 2025 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to Barnes-Jewish Transplant Foundation, 1001 Highland Plaza Dr. Ste 140, St. Louis, MO 63110; Grange Hall Free Will Baptist Church Youth Group, 9950 Grassy Road, Marion, IL 62959; Ramps for Christ, (check payable to Lone Oak Laborers), c/o Dick Smith, 17706 Corinth Road, Marion, IL 62959; or Shawnee Community College Adult Education Program, SCC Foundation (Adult Education Programs), 8364 Shawnee College Road, Ullin, IL 62992. Memorial contribution envelopes will be available at the church service.
