Melvin Artis, age 57, was born on November 11th, 1967, and was a beloved figure of the town of Eden. Sadly, he passed from this world into the arms of his Heavenly Father on September 22, after living a life dedicated to loving his family and all that he knew.

Melvin graduated from John Motley Morehead High School in 1986 and attended Rockingham Community College. He was known for simply being a good man, kind, honest, easygoing, and hardworking. All who knew Melvin loved him. He was a man of integrity with goodwill and good intentions.  He was a problem solver and enjoyed using his mind to figure things out. Melvin will be remembered for his teasing those he loved with a laughter that brought him to tears. Throughout his life he enjoyed racing cars, repairing cars, riding his dirt bike, watching and playing football. Later in life he enjoyed riding his golf cart exploring with his grandkids and anyone that wanted to ride with him. He enjoyed doing most things that would take him outdoors.

Melvin had a heart for pointing others to Christ. He found peace in knowing that Christ had paid the penalty for all the sins that he ever committed and wanted others to have that same peace. He touched so many in our community with his goodness. He was an extraordinary man.

He worked for Envision Plastics as a Maintenance Mechanic where he loved and was loved by his colleagues.

Melvin is survived by his loving wife Lee Ann Kapps Artis of Eden, NC; his father, Robert Anderson Artis Sr of Eden; his mother-in-law, Ann Kapps of Eden; his beloved son, Terry Jaymes Artis (Heather) of Eden; his beloved daughter, Samantha Tori Artis (Cody Gibson, Fiance); his granddaughters, Lanalee and Priya; his siblings, Pam Artis of Eden, Robert Artis Jr. (Cheryl) of Stokesdale, NC, Charlena Artis Davenport of Chapel Hill, NC, Wendy Artis Stewart (Paul) of Danville VA; his nephews, Holden, Jesse and Malachi; his nieces, Erika (Jon), Krysta, Kirsten, London (Nick), Logan (Ryan), Diamond; a host of beloved aunts, uncles and cousins; his family dog, Mollie and his cats, Fat Boy, Esa and Cinnamon Roll.

He is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Susie Keen Artis of Eden; his brother, Anthony Seon Artis of Eden; his grandfather, Enoch Artis; his paternal grandmother, Pauline Artis; his maternal grandmother, Viola Keen; and his father-in-law, James Lee Kapps, Jr.

He was also preceded in death by his best friend, Jeepers the family dog, his ride or die - His Road Dog, Lulu, Snoopy, Roscoe and Luna.

A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Pleasant View Baptist Church, 232 W. Meadow Road, Eden, NC 27288.  Interment will follow in the Hamlin Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 10 until 11 am on Thursday at the church before the service and other times at the residence.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the following Cash App: $snoopdog1204.