Scotty Lee “Scott” Melvin, 75, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of the late Janet Carter Melvin. Scott was born March 23, 1951, in West Virginia, the son of the late Ernest L. Melvin and E. Nancy Lewis. Following high school, he served his country in the United States Army. He later worked for many years as Sales Manager for Dodson Pest Control’s Covington, Virginia, office before retiring. Once his sons were older, he also started and operated Scott’s Lawn Care, later passing the business on to his youngest son, Brian. Scott’s faith was rooted in the Pentecostal Holiness tradition. Scott enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, gardening alongside Janet, and hunting with his sons. He loved old cars and enjoyed restoring Camaros, Chevy trucks, and a Chevelle. He also spent many years cheering on the San Francisco 49ers. Scott is survived by his two sons, Randy L. Melvin and wife, Amy, of Eagle Rock, and Brian S. Melvin of Covington; three grandchildren, Katie-Lee Davis and husband, Nicholas, Evelyn B. Melvin, and Nathaniel S. Melvin; three great-grandchildren, Silas Davis, Oliver Davis, and Suzanne Davis; a brother, Carl Melvin and wife, Catherine, of Roanoke; a sister-in-law, Shelby Melvin; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Scott was preceded in death by his siblings, Johnny, Jerry, and Sandy Melvin. A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Loving Funeral Home. To view Scott’s memorial tribute page, please visit www.lovingfuneralhome1913.com.