Lonnie Leroy Melton 1886–1948
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Lonnie Melton in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 4 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through Lonnie Melton 1886–1948
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Lonnie Leroy Melton began in 1886 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Lonnie Leroy Melton passed away in 1948 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Lonnie Melton
This ancestor line traces from Rutherford County, North Carolina, USA (1806) to Spartanburg, Spartanburg, South Carolina (1886) across 4 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Lonnie Melton (1886–1948) was born in Spartanburg, Spartanburg, South Carolina and died in Spartanburg, Spartanburg, South Carolina. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Lonnie in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 4 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
Lonnie Melton's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record