Melvin D. Kithcart, 76, of Kingston

KINGSTON » Melvin D. Kithcart, 76, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2018, at Ten Broeck Commons.

Melvin was born July 6, 1941 in Glasco, N.Y., to George Sr. and Esther J. Kithcart.

Melvin was one of eight sons and four daughters.

Melvin was predeceased by his son, Spencer; sisters, Naomi Strong and Estelle Knox; and brothers, Mason, Marshall, and Gene A.

Melvin is survived by his daughter, Cassandra Kithcart and granddaughter Kalonei Brown of Philadelphia, Pa.; sisters, Dorothy M. Brodhead of Kingston, Dolores Mewborn (Edward) of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and brothers, George Jr. (Jennie), James (Eddie), Larry E. and Wilmon (Melrose), all of Kingston.

Melvin worked briefly for Depola Mushrooms, Island Dock, and then Miller Brewing Company in Fulton, N.Y., for 30 years. Mel enjoyed fishing, boating, and music. Sam Cook was his favorite. Funeral and cremation arrangements are under the guidance of Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home Inc., 27 Smith Ave., Kingston (www.jvleahyfh.com). Friends will be received at the funeral home on Saturday, April 21, 2018, from 3 to 5 p.m. A funeral service will begin at 5 p.m., the Rev. Dr. Faye Banks-Taylor of St. Mark’s AME Church officiating. Inurnment will be in Montrepose Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of contributions to St. Mark’s AME Church, 72 Wurts St., Kingston, N.Y. 12401.