FORT WORTH-Melvin Wayne Qualls passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at the age of 68.
MEMORIAL SERVICE: Private
Melvin was born Saturday, April 26, 1952 to John and Carrie Qualls. Melvin is a Boswell High School graduate. He was the owner/operator of Creative Paint & Wallpaper. He loved watching movies and football and especially the Dallas Cowboys. He always had a good sense of humor and loved making people laugh. Melvin was always kind to everyone and had many phone conversations with his kids, wife and grandchildren. Melvin was the absolute best husband, father and grandfather ever lived and he will be deeply missed by everyone.
Melvin is preceded in death by his father, John Qualls; daughter, Cressida Qualls; and nephew, Darren Walls.
SURVIVORS: Loving wife of 48 years, Linda Qualls; daughter, Amy Pate and husband, Corey; son, John Qualls; mother, Carrie Qualls; granddaughter, Abbigale Pate; grandson, Colton Pate; sister, Virginia Walls and husband, Dean; nephew, Clay Walls; great niece, Amberly Dossett and husband, Ryan; great niece, M’Kaela Walls; great niece, KarLee Walls; great-great niece, Rayleigh Dossett; cousins, Marvin Maly and Johnny Maly; and life long best friend, Larry Janecka.
Brown Owens & Brumley Family Funeral Home
425 S. Henderson St.
(817) 335-4557
Julie Medina
Amy – My heart is breaking for all of you. I know how much you all loved your Daddy and I know how close you were to him. I am so sorry to hear this news but please know that I am praying for you and your entire family. I hope that God can bring you all comfort and peace, in time. I love you all and continued prayers. Please let me know if anything I can do.
Tara Crockett
To Amy and all the family,
I love you so much and I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad. I have known Mel since I was in first grade! He always treated me like one of the family! He was my dad away from home! I know he will be watching football in Heaven and cheering for his family in all that you do! May God bring peace and comfort to you all during this time!!! I love you all!
Tara Crockett
Joel Thompson
I miss Melvin. He was a BIG guy, but a gentle GIANT. This world lost a great man.
Sharon and Lindell OQuinn
Amy and family, Lindell and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You always spoke to us about what a very loving dad he was and how very special he was to you. We will have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendy Mizell
I am so very sorry for your loss! Prayers and love for all of you as you grieve for Mel.
Petti Hampson Riley
My deepest sympathy to all of your family. What a wonderful classmate he was to all. Reconnecting on Facebook, I always enjoyed his cartoons or jokes when sent through messenger. Very sorry for your family’s loss.
Mary Parrish
Amy you were so close to your Dad. I pray you will know he has moved on to a better place. Please come by when you can I will be praying for you and your family! It’s been to long you are in my thoughts! Love you Mary Parrish.
Ricky Moore
Big Melvin. On the football field he was a man amongst children. I was proud to call him my friend. Sure wish I had made an effort to see him. Sorry for the loss to his family.
Julie Morgan
Linda, Amy and John, so sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing. Though I hadn’t seen him in many years I will always have great memories of him. His dry funny sense of humor and the great love he had for his family is what I remember most. All of you are in my prayers.
LeeAnn Carmen
We are thinking of y’all and prayer for you too and the family. Know we love you and are here if you need anything.
Millie Brandon
Linda, my friend I am so sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing. I am praying for you and all the family that God give you the strength you need to get through this time. “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want ” Psalm 23:1
I’m here for you my sista, my friend!
Tonya & Steven Fuqua
Dear Amanda and family,
We are so very sorry for your families loss, but know that it is heaven’s gain of your father – Melvin. We hope that you all will find the peace and strength to get through this difficult time! We will continue to pray and keep ALL of you in our thoughts and in our hearts with love! ♥️ BIG hugs!!! The Fuqua Family
Kenny Gaskin
Amy,
Jenn, Randell and I are sorry for your loss. I pray you find Peace and consolation.
Kenny Gaskin
Debra Garrett
My deepest condolence to you Linda and your family. Prayers to you all.