Melvin Eugene Pulliam, 84, of Reidsville passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026.

There will be no services.

Melvin was born in Rockingham County, the third of twelve children born to Rev. Deemus Allen Pulliam Sr. and Gladys Myree DeHart Pulliam, both deceased.  He was a salesman and delivery agent.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Deloris Pulliam; his siblings, Rachel, Nancy, Tay, Richard, Sammy and Bill; and his granddaughter, Shya.

Melvin is survived by his children, Kimberly Pulliam and Kenny Pulliam(Serena); his brothers, Robert Pulliam, Deemus Pulliam Jr. "Boonie", Charles Pulliam, Johnny Pulliam, Mack Pulliam; and his grandchildren, Lily Ingram, Keely Pulliam, Kyra Pulliam and Kenna Pulliam.

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.