April 6, 1937 – January 21, 2019
Melvyn graduated from Sumner High School and Washington University. He helped found Gateway National Bank and was the first African American to own a KFC franchise in Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Zella; two sons, Melvyn Jr. (René) and Kevin; and four grandchildren.
Saturday, February 16, 2019
Alpha Phi Alpha Omega Service: 2:30 pm
Memorial Service: 3:00 pm
Salem United Methodist Church
1200 South Lindbergh
St. Louis, MO 63131
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Annie Malone Family and Children’s Services | 2612 Annie Malone Drive, St. Louis, MO 63113
