Claude Melvin Hamlet, 91, of Madison Heights, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. He was born on April 29, 1932 a son of the late Lula Morton and Robert Lee Hamlet of Phenix, VA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughters, Sue Allen, Brenda Hicks; five brothers, Robert (Dick) Hamlet, William (Bill) Hamlet, Dave (Ronald) Hamlet, James Preston (JP) Hamlet, Harold Hamlet; brother-in-law, Owen Waller; and sisters-in-law, Peggy Hamlet and Lynda Hamlet. Hamlet served in the United States Navy and was a Korean War Veteran. He returned to the area and worked and retired as a supervisor for Flowers Bakery for 30 years. He is survived by his only sister, Carol Hamlet Waller; sisters-in-law, Betty Hamlet and Dorothy Hamlet; his children, Mark Hamlet, Brenda Salassi (Steve), Bonnie Day (Danny), and Albert Allen. He also leaves behind numerous nieces; nephews; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. As well as not to forget his beloved companion, his dog Shane. There will not be a service or visitation at this time. We are deeply thankful to Burch-Messier Funeral Home for their assistance. Thank you to Centra Hospice (a special thank you to Amber, Krystal, Sheri and Patty) for your compassion and care. Care advantage (Shelby) for your support and kindness. A special thank you to his neighbor and dear friends Harold and Debra Viar. Any donations in Hamlet’s honor should be made to your local humane society. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.