Jessie Melvin Kilburn was born in Monett, Missouri, and lived in Mountain Home for 36 years. He served in the United States Coast Guard and was a veteran of World War II. He worked as a switchman for the South Pacific Railroad for 34 years. He was an active member of the Elks and was Elk of the year in the 1980's. He is survived by his daughter Tamara Camera of Upland, California, and preceded in death by his wife, Virginia. He enjoyed his church, fishing, politics, and his many friends and dogs. Jessie passed away April 22, 2017 in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Funeral services will be private.
Arrangements are by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services.