Delbert Melton, a legend in OBX passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. “Melton was the worlds nicest surfer.”
The announcement of Melton’s passing was flooded by heartfelt tributes and condolences across social media. He will be sorely missed.
“RIP Delbert Melton. He was very caring, sincere, and thoughtful person. We surf’d a lot and he always made me laugh. He was good spirited-man. When I was travel nursing, during covid, he frequently called to check up on me. Love and Miss You Brother! Until We Meet Again!,” a tribute post read.
He had cancer on his spine and had become paralyzed.
The biggest heart and a bigger personality dominated lineups up and down the OBX for decades – profoundly influencing generations of groms, salty surfers, and innocent bystanders alike.
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