Melvin Dwayne Douglas, of Platteville, WI departed this life April 18, 2026. He was born August 31 1956 in Bolivar, TN the son of JW Bryant and Pauline Taylor. Melvin lived in Platteville since 2023 after leaving Rockford. He married the former Marshelle House, March 27, 1998. Melvin was employed as a landscaper. He was a member of New Hope Church in Platteville, where he served as an usher.  Melvin graduated from West High School and attended OIC where he received his welding certification.

Melvin leaves to cherish many loving memories, his wife,  Marshelle; two sons, Antonio Nevitt and Michael (Tamica) Douglas; four daughters, Angela (Stanford ) Galbreath, Bianca Black, Vanity Black and Angel Dowthard; 14 grandchildren; a host of great grandchildren; two sisters, Renee Douglas and Roberta Harden; two brothers, Curtis Harden and Artis Taylor; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Pauline Harden and JW Bryant; sister, Dorothy Douglas; and brothers, Billy Douglas, James Douglas, Anthony Douglas and Jeffery Douglas.

Memorial service will be held May 16, 2026 at Ken Rock Community Center625 Adams St. Rockford, IL from 3:00 p.m. –7:00 p.m.