Condolence: Sheriff Fred Newman and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Melvin Eldreth. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sheriff Newman and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Condolence: Virginia, mom and I are so saddened by Melvin's passing. Praying for God to lift you up and ease your pain. Melvin always seemed larger than life and he will be missed!

Condolence: Virginia, I am so sorry that I could not make it to the services for Melvin. Please know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I can do for you please do not hesitate to let me know.

Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very hard time.

Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Condolence: Lifting you all up in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: The members of Green Spring Volunteer Fire Dept send our condolences to the Eldreth family. His furniture was as beautiful as his soul and he will be greatly missed.

Condolence: Going out to the lake will never be the same. My Dad, John Totten, introduced me to Melvin years ago. We always stopped to visit for a while where I tried to learn how to argue over prices for the pieces that we wanted. Melvin was always fair but firm! He was at the shop right up to the end - smiling while he sold me some new rockers. He will be missed.

Condolence: "He sowed a row of violets down a barren path he trod , that every future passerby might view the handiwork of God," . To put it more simply, I think this sums up this amazing gentleman. A precious Loving Husband, a caring and doting father and grandfather, an amazing friend. A book of knowledge he was. Thought before he spoke. Wise beyond his education, skilled beyond the greatest craftsman. Could take a tree and make it into a fine piece of furniture. Could quote his Bible like the renown evangelist. These are the precious memories that this beautiful family have to hold on to. God Bless you Virginia and family. This mans legacy will live forever.

Condolence: Sheriff Fred Newman and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Melvin Eldreth. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sheriff Newman and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office