Obituary of Mel Tillis

Mel Tillis

Melvin Tillis (born August 8th, 1932 in Tampa, Florida) was a Musician who was best known as an entertaining country music singer with a stammer or stutter in his speaking voice. He is known as the singer with a stammer. Mel died on November 19, 2017 and his death was due to old age and specifically because of respiratory failure. He was 85.

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Mel Tillis Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Tillis, Melvin
Common Name: Mel Tillis
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Tampa, Florida, United States
Birth Date: August 08, 1932
Age: 85 (at death)
Also Known As: Lonnie Melvin Tillis, that stuttering singer
Occupation: Musician

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Breyers Ice Cream
Favorite Color: Chartreuse
Favorite Scent: Bloom Gocce di Fiori
Favorite Actor: Jodie Foster

Melvin's Family Tree

Birth Name: Lonnie Melvin Tillis
Father:
Mother:
Brother(s):

Richard Tillis

Sister(s):

Linda Tillis
Imogene Tillis
Mary Ellen

Spouse/Partner:

Doris Tillis (married 1957-divorced 1977)

Son(s):

Mel "Sonny" Tillis Jr.

Daughter(s):

Pam Tillis (born July 24, 1957)
Carrie April Tillis
Connie Tillis
Cindy Tillis
Hannah Tillis

Death Notice:

Date: November 19 2017 at age 85
Place: Ocala, Florida, United States
Cause of Death: Respiratory Failure
Interment: Buried at the Woodall Cemetery in Clarksville, TN

Category Tags:

Musician American Born on August 8th Born in 1932 Born in Florida Died in 2017 Died at age 85 Died from Respiratory Failure

Quotable Quotes:

"Mel will always be remembered for his amazing contributions to country music and his unwavering love for entertaining audiences, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Melvin Tillis had a successful career in country music, releasing numerous albums and winning awards, but sadly passed away after battling health issues. (V)"

Is Mr. Melvin Tillis still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.