Melton, Greenberry “Green”, Jr. 27 Feb 1931 - 1 Mar 1931 CCR 5 Mar 1931 p7
[Note: Son of Greenberry & Laura (Woods) Melton, Jr.]
Green Berry Melton, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Green Melton, died Sunday, March 1, 1931. Funeral services were held March 2, with burial in the Ozark cemetery under the direction of T.B. Chaffin.
Melton, H. E. “Gene” “Slugger” 20 Mar 1929 - 21 Mar 2004 SN-L 24 Mar 2004
[Note: Son of Rex Harold & Lorene B. (Walton) Melton; married Loraine Joyce Edwards]
H. E. "Gene" "Slugger" Melton, 75, Springfield, passed away at 11:51 p.m. Sunday, March 21, 2004, in Cox Medical Center South. Mr. Melton was born March 20, 1929, in Springfield, the son of late Rex Harold and Lorene B. (Walton) Melton. He was united in marriage to Loraine Joyce Edwards, who preceded him in death in 1980. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War. He worked for the Frisco Railroad for more than 40 years and spent all of his life in Springfield. After the death of his first wife, he was united in marriage to Rita in 1986. He was a member of the V.F.W., the Retired Frisco Auxiliary and the 449 Boxing Club in the 1940's, where he won the title of city champ. He loved anything to do with race tracks and served as an area and local racing official for 17 years, where he had the privilege of working with racing legends such as Rusty Wallace, Larry Phillips, Mark Maring, Willie Crane, Ken Schrader, Mike Wallace, David Goldsberry and many more. He also enjoyed spending time at his cabin on Table Rock Lake. Mr. Melton had a special place in his heart for the Springfield Boys Club, Kiwanis Club and Boy Scouts of America, and worked tirelessly in these organizations to promote the betterment of youth. He was Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 21 for many years. He also coached many youth basketball and baseball teams in conjunction with the Boys Club and Springfield Kiwanis Club. Survivors include his wife, Rita; three sons, Phillip Melton and wife, Paula, of Richland Hills, Texas, Chuck Melton, of Brighton, Mo., and John Melton and wife, Micki, of Springfield; five grandchildren, Michelle Melton, Mark Melton, Sean Melton, Jared Melton and Dillon Melton; one great-grandchild, Hannah Melton; one brother, Jack Melton, of Springfield; four step children, Karen Gilbert and companion, Jarrell Saladin, David Kauffman, Phillip Kauffman and wife, Joani, and Teresa Schaeffer and husband, Steve, all of Springfield; nine step grandchildren, Susie Gilbert, Bret Kauffman, Kori Kauffman, Ronna Kauffman, Ryan Kauffman, Kristin Kauffman, Marc Kauffman, Andy Kauffman and Brandon Schaeffer and wife, Sara; and six step great-grandchildren, Jacob and Jeremy Smith, Jason, Aron and Kerra Kauffman and Joseph Schaeffer. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Hicks-Hicks Funeral Service at Rivermonte. Burial will follow in Maple Park Cemetery in Springfield. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, March 24, in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boys Club of Springfield or a charity of the donor's choice in care of the funeral home.
Melton, Harve E. 24 Nov 1896 - 24 Dec 1974 OH 2 Jan 1975 p9
[Note: Son of Joseph E. “Jodie“ & Mary Jauncie (Bilyeu) Melton; married Opal Magers 20 May 1908 - 28 Jul 1998]
HIGHLANDVILLE - Services for Harve E. Melton, 78, Route 1, Highlandville, were at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Harris Chapel in Ozark with the Rev. Bill Lancaster officiating. Burial was in the Highlandville Cemetery. Mr. Melton died at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday in his home after a long illness.
Melton, Hazel Maxine (Gooch) 22 Apr 1920 - 2 Jul 1993 OH 7 Jul 1993
[Note: Daughter of Howard & Mary Eva (Wisner) Gooch; married William Roscoe Melton 7 Feb 1913 - 4 Oct 1978 ]
Hazel Maxine Melton, 73, died Friday, July 2, 1993 in Ozark Nursing and Care Center. She was born April 22, 1920 in Greene County, the daughter of Howard Gooch and Mary Eva Wisner Gooch. She was a 1937 graduate of Ozark High School. Before retirement she was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a cost accountant. She and her husband had the privilege of traveling to foreign countries while employed by the U.S. Government. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Springfield and was a life member of Birmingham Chapter #26, Order of Eastern Star in College Park, Md. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Roscoe Melton in 1978. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Mary K. and Ralph Behrens, Ozark; two grandchildren, Dr. Hollis Kay Bell, and her husband, Conrad IV, Chicago, and Bradley K. Behrens, Ozark; and two great-grandchildren, Conrad Bell V and Benjamin Warren Bell; cousins, nieces and nephews and other relatives. Services were held Tuesday, July 6 in Springfield National Cemetery with the Rev. Troy Rhoden officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Hartline Hospice or the Ozark Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Melton, Helen P. (Smith) Davis 3 Jun 1913 - 2 Feb 1992 NN-E 6 Feb 1992
[Note: Daughter of Harry & Grace (Haguewood) Smith; married ? Davis; married Howard Melton 13 Jan 1915 - 11 Jan 1982]
Helen Melton, 78, Ozark, died at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, 1992 in her home. She was born June 3, 1913 in Ozark and was the daughter of Harry and Grace (Haguewood) Smith. She was a lifelong resident of Ozark and Selmore areas and was a member of Ozark Baptist Temple. Preceding her in death were her husband, Howard Melton in 1982; her parents; and a sister, Leah Collins. Survivors include two sons, Herbert Melton, Owensboro, KY. and David Melton and his wife, Marilyn, Nixa; a daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Charles Roberts, Ozark; two sisters, Louise Blevins, Ozark and Emily Stafford, Springfield; a brother, Clyde Smith, Ozark; 11 grandchildren, Karen Miles, Richard Melton, Becky Rosinsky, Leslie Moore, Jennifer James, Chris Melton, Bobbi Cook, Mike Workman, Wendi Essick, Robbie Workman and Tyler Roberts; two step grandchildren, Darryl and Vickie Roberts and six great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday in Adams Funeral Home with the Rev. Joe Fahl and Dr. Jim Neal officiating. Burial followed in Selmore Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Missouri.
Melton, Herbert Eugene 1933 - 22 May 2006 SN-L 24 May 2006
[Note: Son of Howard & Helen P. (Smith) Melton; married Betty]
Herbert Eugene Melton, 72, of Owensboro, Ky., died Monday, May 22, 2006, at Owensboro Medical Health System. He was born near Ozark, Mo., and was retired from Texas Gas Transmission Corporation where he held the positions of Assistant Controller and Assistant Treasurer. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of Owensboro Christian Church. He received degrees from Southwest Missouri State University and Drury College, both of Springfield, Mo. Other employment included Controller for Buddy L. Corporation and General Accounting Manager for North American Aviation, Rocketdyne Division. He was an avid tennis and card player and a bronze life master in American Contract Bridge League. Survivors include his wife, Betty B. Melton; a son, Richard Melton of Owensboro; three daughters, Karen Miles and husband, Randall, Leslie Moore and husband, Danny, both of Evansville, Ind., and Rebecca Melton Craig and husband, Kevin, of Huntington, W.V.; a stepson, Thomas Royal of Detroit, Mich.; two stepdaughters, Jodie Royal Barnett of Louisville, Ky., and Lori-Anne Clark and husband, Jonathon, of Danville, Ky.; seven grandchildren, Matthew, Samuel, Rebecca, Ryan, John, Coleman and Edie; a brother, David Melton of Nixa, Mo.; and a sister, Joyce Roberts of Ozark, Mo.; several nieces and nephews. Services are at 11 a.m. today, May 24, at James H. David Funeral Home Chapel in Owensboro, Ky. Visitation will begin after 9 a.m. today at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Wings of Faith Church of God, 1002 Omega Street, Owensboro, KY 42301. Online messages of condolence may be made at www.davisfuneralhome.com.
Melton, Howard 13 Jan 1915 - 11 Jan 1982 OH 14 Jan 1982 p5
[Note: Son of Benjamin H. & Gertrude "Gertie" (Blevins) Melton; married Helen P. Smith 3 Jun 1913 - 2 Feb 1992 who m/1 Davis]
Services for Howard Melton, 66, Route 5, Ozark, were held Jan. 13 in Harris Chapel with the Rev. Joseph Fahl officiating. Burial was in Selmore Cemetery. Mr. Melton died Jan. 11 in St. John’s Regional Health Center, Springfield, after an illness of several months. He was an Ozark resident most of his life and a member of Selmore Christian Church. He was a former merchant and street commissioner in Ozark. Survivors include his wife Helen; two sons, Herbert, Owensboro, Ky; and H. David, Nixa; a daughter, Mrs. Joyce Roberts, Ozark; two brothers, Ward, Springfield and Leroy, Ontario, Calif.; 11 grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.
Melton, Howard David 30 Dec 1943 - 14 Dec 2008 AdamsFH & SN-L 16 Dec 2008
[Note: Son of Howard & Helen P. (Smith) Melton; married 19 Jul 1963 Marilyn Mills]
Howard David Melton, age 64, Nixa, died December 14, 2008. He was born December 30, 1943, in Springfield, the son of Howard and Helen (Smith) Melton. On July 19, 1963, he married Marilyn Mills. David had retired from City Utilities-Southwest Power Plant. He enjoyed traveling, spending time with his family and riding his Harley. David liked music of all kinds. He was a member of Calvary Bible Church in Nixa. Survivors include his wife Marilyn Melton, Nixa; his daughter Jennifer James and husband Jeff; his son Christopher Melton and wife Sarah; four grandchildren, Dakota and Benjamin James, and Emma and Aubrey Melton, all of Highlandville; a sister Joyce Roberts and husband Charles, Cape Fair; two sisters-in-laws and their husbands, Derald and Myrtle St. John, Nixa and J.D. and Reta Edwards, Strafford; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. David was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Herbert Melton. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 17, in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Burial will follow in Selmore Cemetery, Ozark. There will be no formal visitation. Friends are welcome to come by the funeral home to sign the book today until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Calvary Bible Church Mission and Building Fund. Online condolences may be made at www.adamsfuneralhome.net.
Melton, Hubert Thomas 2 Jan 1925 - 30 Jun 2008 SN-L 2 Jul 2008
[Note: Son of Oran & Nellie ( ) Melton; married 8 Dec 1951 Elizabeth Ann Holderby]
Hubert Thomas Melton, 83, of Springfield, Mo., formerly of Cape Fair, Mo., passed away on June 30, 2008, in St. John's Hospital, Springfield. He was born in Cape Fair on January 2, 1925. Hubert was a graduate of Galena High School and the University of Missouri, Columbia. He also graduated from the University of Illinois, with a Masters Degree in education. He was a high school vocational agriculture teacher, teaching at Rockridge High School in Taylor Ridge, Ill., and Galena High School in Galena, Mo. He retired from teaching in both Illinois and Missouri. He was an advisor of Future Farmers of America and sponsored several students to state and national awards, including state and American Farmers. He married Elizabeth Ann Holderby on December 8, 1951, in Huntsville, Ark. , she preceded him in death. He was an active member of Sunset Church of Christ in Springfield, Mo. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, Oran and Nellie Melton; and a sister, Oranell Miekley. He is survived by three sons, Mark and wife, Robin, Kent and wife, Martha and Scott and wife, Kris; eight grandchildren, Nathan, Leah, Seth, Jordan, Nellie, Adam, Austin and Erin; one great-grandson, Memphis Bryce; and a sister, Alice Carr and husband, Jay of Bolivar. Funeral services will be held in Sunset Church of Christ on Thursday, July 3, 2008, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at 12 p.m., in Cape Fair Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2008, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., in Greenlawn Funeral Home South.
Melton, Ida B. (Towe) 21 Feb 1906 - 6 Aug 1982 OH 12 Aug 1982 p10
[Note: Son of John H. & Eliza J. (Massie) Towe; married Theodore Rex Melton]
Services for Ida Melton, 76, Bois’d’Arc, were held Aug. 8 in Greenlawn North Funeral Home in Springfield with the Rev. J. L. Branstetter officiating. Burial was in Roberson Prairie Cemetery. Mrs. Melton died Aug. 6 in Cox Medical Center after a long illness. Survivors include three daughters, Iona Carroll, Josephine Pratt and Phyllis Kelley, all of Springfield; three sons, Jim, Bois’d’Arc, Ted, Chadwick and John, Peoria, Ill.; three sisters, Anna Heel, Shreveport, La., Gertie McGuire, Houston and Lyda Buckmaster, Springfield; a brother, Herman Towe, Fresno, Calif.; 17 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Melton, Ida Harriett (Meadows) 8 Nov 1915 - 2 Apr 2002 SN-L 4 Apr 2002
[Note: Daughter of John Bedford & Ida F. (Cook) Meadows; married 10 Dec 1931 Lenvil Greenberry Melton 16 Jun 1909 - 29 Dec 1998]
Ida Harriett Melton, 86, Ozark, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2002. She was born November 8, 1915 in Ozark to John and Ida Meadows. On December 10, 1931 she was united in marriage to Lenvil Melton. Ida lived most of her life south of Ozark. She worked for St. John’s Regional Health Center for seven years. She was a long time member of Victory Baptist Church. She loved her Lord and let everyone know it. Ida was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers; four sisters, a grandson, Jimmy Melton; a granddaughter, Debbie Jones; and a great-granddaughter, Amber Melton. Survivors include five children, Maggie Jones and husband, Richard, Ozark, Dorothy Braden and husband, John, Sparta, Harold Melton and wife, Judy, Ozark, Glenn Melton, Springfield, and Richard Melton and wife, Sandy, Ozark; twenty-two grandchildren; forty-seven great-grandchildren; fifteen great-great grandchildren; a brother, Howard Meadows and wife, Jewel, Arizona; a sister, Ruby Jackson, Ozark; nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Pastor Bob Long officiating. Burial will follow in Prospect Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Victory Baptist Church Building Fund. Springfield News-Leader, April 4, 2002.
Melton, Isaac S. 20 Jul 1862 - 25 Jan 1911 CCR 26 Jan 1911 p1
[Note: Son of Isaac J. & Elisabeth (Coffer) Melton; married 24 Feb 1887 Lucy Tatum 19 Feb 1859 - 5 Mar 1902; married Lelia "Meural" White 1878 - ?]
Died, at Selmore Tuesday, Isaac Melton, aged about 48 years. He leaves a wife and several children. He was buried in Selmore cemetery yesterday.
Melton, Isham H. 15 Apr 1886 - 13 Aug 1952 CCR 21 Aug 1952 p5
[Note: Son of Green Berry & Manerva Jane (Handy) Melton; married 13 Dec 1908 Maggie Dye 6 Dec 1890 - 16 Mar 1993]
Isham H. Melton, lifelong resident of Christian County, died at his home south of Ozark on Wednesday evening, August 13, following a lingering illness. On December 13, 1908, he united in marriage with Miss Maggie Dye and to this union four children were born. He was a member of the First Central Baptist Church at the time of his death. Survivors include his wife, Maggie; two sons, Lenville and Leonard Melton, both of Ozark; two daughters, Mrs. Clella Breshears of Everton and Mrs. Elma Biers of Ozark; 18 grandchildren; three brothers, three sisters and one half-sister; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in the Prospect Baptist Church with Rev. Roll Cook officiating, assisted by Rev. Worth Caughron. Burial was in the church cemetery under direction of Chaffin of Ozark. Pallbearers were Claude Melton, Lowell Melton, Arthur Roberts, Burless Dye, Gaylord Dye and Louis Holt.
Melton, Jack Wesley 10 May 1932 - 4 Dec 2010 SN-L 6 Dec 2010
[Note: Son of Rex H. & Lorene (Walton) Melton; married Juanita Fern Doran 13 Sep 1932 - 13 Feb 2001; grandson of of Claude E. & Nancy "Nannie" (Grider) Melton; great grandson of Richardson L. “Richard“ & Martha “Mattie“ (Ward) Melton]
Jack Wesley Melton, 78, of Springfield, Mo., passed away at 9:48 a.m. Saturday, December 04, 2010, in his home. He was born on May 10, 1932 in Springfield, Mo., the son of Rex H. Melton, and, Lorene Walton Branson. He worked in numerous Dairy Farms delivering milk, starting at Clover Leaf Dairy and retiring at Foremost Dairy in 1981 due to illness. He loved fishing, playing baseball, was an avid Cardinal and baseball fan. He also enjoyed playing golf. Jack was preceded in death by his mother, Lorene Walton, father Rex H. Melton, grandmother, Francis Walton Branson, his wife, Juanita Fern Doran, two sons; Danny Rex , Richard Allen (Dickie) Melton, daughter, Nancy Sue Newman, brother- Harold Eugene Melton. Jack is survived by his son, David Melton, daughter-in-law Kathy Melton Yates, grandsons, Scott and Mark Reynolds; grand-daughters, Valerie and Jessica Newman, Vanessa Faith Melton, Son-in-law Danny Newman. Jack's brother's wife Rita Melton, Phil & Paula, Mark & Michelle Melton, Charles (Chuck), Sean, Michelle and Hannah Melton, John & Micki, Jared and Dillon Melton. Jack had two sons, in heart, Danny Reed and Cory Bates whom he loved and cherished. Jack had two loving dogs, Spook and Chico whom he adored and spoiled and will stay at home with David. Jack will be remembered for his great sense of humor, his laugh, and he always welcomed anyone in his home to have a cup of coffee and break bread. He always had many friends. He was a Christian of the Baptist Faith, believed in God and our Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior. He will be missed by all that loved him and is now at home and in peace. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Integrity Home Care, Seasons Hospice, and The Heart and Lung Association. We would like to honor the Integrity Home Care and his amazing nurse, Kathy, and Seasons Hospice for their devoted care to Jack. Visitation will be held Tuesday Dec. 7, 2010, 6-8 P.M., Funeral Dec. 8, 2010, 3 P.M. at Greenlawn East Funeral Home. Burial at Hazelwood Cemetery.
Melton, Jackie Lee 12 Nov 1962 - 12 Nov 1962 CCR 15 Nov 1962 p1
[Note: Daughter of Clell & Doris Lavonne (Mitchell) Melton, Jr.]
The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clell Melton, Jr. of Oldfield did not survive birth at St. John’s Hospital at 11 a.m. Monday. Graveside services were at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Prospect Cemetery under direction of Harris. Survivors besides the parents are a sister, Judy Ann of the home; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clell Melton, Sr. Route 1, Ozark and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Mitchell, Chadwick.
Melton, James Clell, Jr. 1 Jun 1935 - 10 Jan 1997 CCH-N 15 Jan 1997
[Note: Son of James Clell & Clarice Mae (Hall) Melton; married Doris Mitchell; married Barbara 6 Sep 1933 - 27 Jan 2008 m/1 Millstead m/3 Lawrence]
Clell Junior Melton, 61, Oldfield, died at 5:10 p.m. on Friday, January 10, in Cox Medical Center South. Mr. Melton was born June 1, 1935 in Ozark, the son of Clell and Clarice (Hall) Melton. He was a machine operator for Toombs & Co. for over twenty years. He was a lifelong resident of Christian County and he enjoyed fishing, horseback riding and hunting. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two daughters and their husbands, Judy and Dennis Walles, Galena, and Joyce and Joel Tennis, Sparta; a son and his wife, Jeffrey and Sebina Melton, Oldfield; two stepdaughters and their husbands, Debbie and Gary Arnn and Cathy and Rodney Koster, all of Springfield; two stepsons and their wives, Micky and Sherri Millstead and Gary and Keely Millstead, all of Springfield; three special children and their spouses, Jackie and Cindy Smith, Chadwick, Harvey and Angela Smith, Oldfield, and Joyce and Johnny Case, Sparta; two brothers, Jimmie Melton, Oldfield and Brian Melton, Springfield; a sister, Shanna Murray, Springfield; twenty-eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Jackie Melton, and a brother, Eugene Melton. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 14 at Harris, a Heritage Funeral Home, Ozark. Burial followed in Prospect Cemetery, Ozark.
Melton, James Clell "Ted" 10 Oct 1910 - 26 Feb 1989 OH 2 Mar 1989
[Note: Son of Rube & Myrtle Blanche (Tillman) Melton; married 1931 Clarice Mae Hall who m/2 1972 Lester Raymond Clevenger; SSDI gives 24 Oct 1910 birthdate]
Clell "Ted" Melton, 78, of Ozark, died at 1:13 Feb. 26 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. Services for Mr. Melton were held at 2 p.m. Mar. 1 in the Harris Funeral Chapel, Ozark, with the Rev. James "Hobo" Applegate officiating. Burial was in Prospect Cemetery. Mr. Melton was born to the marriage of Rube and Myrtle Melton in Christian Center Oct. 10, 1910. He was preceded in death by his parents; by a son, Eugene; by a sister, Dora Lee Burnett; a brother, Green Berry Melton; and by a granddaughter, Jackie Lee Melton. Survivors include his sons, Clell, Jr., Oldfield, Jimmy Lee, Sparta, and Brian Eugene, Springfield; a daughter, Shanna Lynn Melton, Springfield; a sister, Wilma Wilson, state of North Carolina; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Melton, James Dillard 9 Jan 1874 - 13 Jul 1932 CCR 21 Jul 1932 p1
[Note: Son of Edmund Pendleton & Lucy Ann (Tatum) Melton; married 26 Mar 1894 CCM Luvena Bilyeu 1877 - 1958; MO DC gives name as J. M. Melton]
James Dillard Melton was born on Jan. 9, 1874. He passed away at his home July 13, 1932, at the age of 58 years, 6 months and 4 days. He was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Melton, both of whom preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn his departure, his companion and four children, Flossie Ware, Merl and Lawton Melton and Edna Tennis and two grandchildren, Lowell and Orville Ware, all of Highlandville. Also four sisters, Sophronia Plank, Ada Pollard, Mettie Patterson and Minnie Melton, six brothers, Jessie, Willie, Randolph, Bedford, Bobbie and Clifford Melton, all of whom were at his bedside during his illness, except two that were in California. He is also survived by other relatives and a host of friends. Under the ministry of Brother James Baucom, some 25 years ago, on his way home from church, he was converted but never united with the church. The funeral services were conducted at the Selmore Baptist Church on Thursday, July 14, at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Worth Caughron officiating with burial in the Selmore cemetery under direction of T.B. Chaffin of Ozark. In loving memory of this departed one, Merl Melton has contributed the following: “Darling father how we miss you, so hard to give you up. There’s a vacant place in our home, which never can be filled. Darling Father we know from the way you talked before you died that you are happy in Heaven and we feel that our loss is Heaven’s gain. We have lost our darling father, he has bid us all adieu, he has gone to live in Heaven, and his form is lost to view. Oh that dear one how we loved him, oh, how hard to give him up, but an angel came down for him, and removed him from our home. Earth has lost its look of goodness, Heaven seems to be more bright, since the spirit of our loved one took its happy homeward flight. And we long to cross the river, long to rest upon the shore, where we know we’ll live forever with our fathers evermore. Goodbye precious, darling father, yes, good-bye, just for awhile, soon we’ll meet beyond the shadow there to wear a heavenly smile.”
AND
Melton, James Dillard 9 Jan 1874 - 13 Jul 1932 CCR 21 Jul 1932 p1
We take this means of expressing our deep gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to the many relatives and friends for their services and kindness through the sickness and death of our loved one James Melton. Our gratitude goes to brother Caughron for his comforting message, to Mr. Chaffin for his sympathetic service and to the friends for the floral offerings. We especially thank Dr. Perry Williams fore his service and kindness. Mrs. James Melton and family.
Melton, James Edward “Ed” 22 Nov 1880 - 28 Apr 1955 CCR 5 May 1955 p1
[Note: Son of Reuben Calvin & Rachel Elizabeth (Sharp) Melton; married 10 Feb 1910 Kate C. Porter 8 Apr 1886 - 11 Jun 1977]
James Edward Melton departed his life on April 28, 1955 at the age of 74 years, 5 months and 6 days at 8:00 p. m. after a lingering illness. He was born near Eureka Springs, Ark, on November 22, 1880, and moved with his parents, Calvin and Elizabeth Melton, to Ozark when he was about 4 years of age. At an early age, he accepted Christ as his savior at the Highlandville Baptist church and has been a faithful follower throughout his entire life. He had served as a deacon of the Mentor Baptist Church during the last several years. On February 10, 1910, he was united in marriage to Kate Porter. To this union were born six children, two of whom preceded him in death. On April 28, 1945, Irvin lost his life while on a mission with the U. S. Air Force. Lillian Tuck departed her life on July 20, 1946. His two sisters, Nora Porter and Dora Wilson, also preceded him in death. Mr. Melton was a well-known farmer and stockman in the Hopedale community during the last 45 years. He served as a board member of the local Missouri Farmers Association for several years and has participated in other community activities, always ready to assist in anything for the betterment of society. Survivors include his wife Kate of the home, two sons, Leland of Ozark and William Roscoe of Hagerstown, Md., two daughters, Mrs. Gilbert Hutchinson of Springfield; a sister, Mrs. Edna Hutcheson of Ontario, Calif; and eight grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted May 1 at 2 p.m. in the Chaffin Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Harold Hurst and Rev. Floyd Hanks, and burial was in the Selmore Cemetery under direction of Chaffin.
Melton, James Efton “Jimmie” 24 Dec 1918 - 17 Nov 1951 CCR 22 Nov 1951
[Note: Son of Ephraim & Pearl Mae (Jackson) Melton; married Ruby Lee Rutledge; married Peggy m/1 Pierce]
James Efton Melton, 32, of Highlandville and Springfield, was fatally injured Saturday night about 11 o’clock when the car he was driving was side-swiped by another car near Fairview, OK. James died about 30 minutes after the accident in an Enid, OK hospital. Riding in the car with him at the time were his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Melton; a step-daughter, Miss Meda Pierce; and a nephew, Dean Melton, all of Springfield. The family was enroute to California where they planned to find employment. All are seriously injured and are now receiving treatment in the Enid hospital. Funeral services for James Melton are to be held in the Highlandville Baptist church Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock with Rev. Ross Carter, officiating. Interment will be in the Spokane cemetery under direction of the Chaffin Funeral Home of Ozark. Pall bearers will be his brothers-in-law, Harold Culbertson, L. F. Carney, Basil McCoy, Raymond Brown, Carl Nybeck and Dan Rice. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ephraim Melton of Highlandville; his two children, Eula Mae Melton and Efton Lee Melton; his wife, Mrs. Peggy Melton all of Highlandville; seven sisters Mrs. Ethel Carney, Mrs. Lucy McCoy, Mrs. Nola Culbertson and Mrs. Flora Smith of Springfield, Mrs. Glessia Nybeck of the state of Florida, Mrs. Mary Rice of Independence, MO, and Mrs. Martha Brown of Highlandville; two brothers, Claude of Springfield and Eugene of Highlandville, several nieces and nephews; a host of other relatives and friends.
Melton, James Lawton 11 Apr 1909 - 4 Dec 1973 OH 13 Dec 1973 p10
[Note: Son of James Dillard & Luvena (Bilyeu) Melton; married 8 Mar 1933 Mary Smythe; married second Anna Cathleen Bilyeu 27 Aug 1922 - 3 Jul 1983 m/1 Rogers]
Funeral services for Lawton Melton, 64, were held last Thursday in Harris Chapel, Ozark with the Revs. Howard Blevins and Gary Phipps officiating. Burial was in Selmore Cemetery. Mr. Melton died last Tuesday at his home after a 6-month illness. A lifelong area resident, Mr. Melton was employed with the General Warehouse Corporation in Springfield. He was a World War II veteran. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen; two sons, Dean of Downey, Calif. and J. D. of Springfield; one daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Wade of Springfield; one stepson, Kenneth Earl Rogers of Springfield; four step-daughters, Mrs. Judy Patrick, Mrs. Connie Weter and Mrs. Cathy Barnett, all of Ozark and Miss Cindy Rogers, of the home; two sisters, Mrs. Flossie Ware and Mrs. Edna Tennis, both of Highlandville; four grandchildren and eight step grandchildren.
Melton, James M. 1857 - 1 Apr 1934 CCR 5 Apr 1934 p1
[Note: no MO DC found; married Malisa Francis Pyatt 4 Aug 1858 - 5 Sep 1938; father of
Charles H Melton (1884 - 1947)*; Zella Orabell Melton Houseman (1886 - 1934)*; James F. Melton (1888 - 1970)*; Henry Thurston Melton (1891 - 1932)*; Alpha Melton (1894 - 1972)* and Floyd Elmore Melton (1899 - 1983)*; see photo of tombstone and James & Malisa on Find A Grave]
James M. Melton, aged 76 years, died at his home near Walnut Shade on Sunday, April 1, 1934. He is survived by the widow and eight children. Funeral services were held at the Walnut Shade church on Tuesday, April 3, at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. U.G. Johnson. Burial was made in the Walnut Shade cemetery under the direction of the Klepper Undertaking Company of Ozark.
Melton, James Ward 1912 - 20 Sep 1958 CCR 25 Sep 1958 p4
[Note: Son of William Steve & Alta (Roberts) Melton]
Copied from a Columbus, Kansas newspaper
Word had been received by relatives of the death of James Ward Melton, 46, Tuesday in Los Angeles, Calif. following an extended illness. He was the oldest son of W. S. Melton, Columbus, route 3, who survives. Mr. Melton was born at Ozark, Mo. and before moving to California approximately 15 years ago, he resided in the Blackjack district at Galena. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1932 and a brother in 1946. Besides his father, he is survived by his wife of the home; one stepson; four brothers, Loyal of Oklahoma City; Eldon of Dickenson, Tex., Lawrence of Long Beach, Calif and Everett of Houston, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. Mildred Brown of Houston, Mrs. Lonnie Best of Omaha, Neb, and Mrs. Frank J. Lamance of Neosho; two half-brothers, Stephen and Richard Melton and two half-sisters, Ruby and Rosemary Melton of the family home on Columbus, route three. Funeral services will be conducted at the veterans; chapel in Los Angeles at 2 p.m. Monday.
Melton, James Ward 1 Nov 1912 - 20 Sep 1998 CCH-N 30 Sep 1998
[Note: Son of Benjamin H. & Gertrude (Blevins) Melton; married 1938 Vivian Slane]
James Ward Melton, age 85, of Springfield, died Sunday, September 20, in Cox Walnut Lawn, Springfield. He was born November 1, 1912 in Ozark, and was the son of Ben and Gertrude (Blevins) Melton. In 1978 he retired from the City of Springfield Public Works. Survivors include: his wife of 60 years, Vivian (Slane) Melton; three sons and their wives, James R. and Deloress Melton, Springfield, Howard Lee and Freda Melton, Folkston, Georgia, and Michael Ray and Michele Melton, Brookline; a brother, Roy Melton, Ontario, California; eight grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Donald Gene Melton. A memorial service was Thursday, September 24, in Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3886 South Golden, Springfield. Cremation was under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.
Melton, Jane (Smith) 3 Jan 1853 - 14 Jun 1903 CCR 25 Jun 1903
[Note: married 19 Dec 1881 CCM Lorenzo Melton; no legible tombstone in Vaughan/Odd Fellows Cemetery]
Mrs. Jane Melton was born in Carroll county. Ark. Jan 3, 1853, died in Springfield, Mo. June 14, 1903. She was converted at the age of twenty and united with the Baptist church in this place in 1873, was married to L. Melton Dec. 18, 1881. To this union was given three children, one son and two daughters, the son dying at the age of 13. With her father and the family, she removed to Christian county when quite young and spent the principal part of her life in this county. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, making friends wherever she went. She was an invalid for some months previous to her death, suffering great pain, yet she endured it all patiently, and at the end drew nigh, she expressed herself willing to go. While still fondly clinging to her earthly friends with a natural love, yet the summons found her waiting, and when it come on the 14th inst. she simply sweetly fell asleep in Jesus. Her funeral was preached at the family residence in Springfield, Mo. by her pastor, Rev. W. O. Anderson, pastor of First Baptist Church of that city, from the text John 14:1. Her remains were brought her and interred in the Odd fellows cemetery, mile and a half south east of town. May the Lord comfort the bereaved hearts of husband and sorrowing daughters. A Friend.
Melton, Jean (Sanders) 6 Dec 1924 - 30 Mar 2010 SN-L 1 Apr 2010
[Note: Daughter of John Perry & Hattie (Blythe) Sanders; married 19 Jun 1949 Emory Melton]
Jean Sanders Melton, 85, passed away Tuesday morning, March 30, 2010, in her home near Cassville. Jean was born at Shell Knob on December 6, 1924, the daughter of John Perry Sanders and Hattie (Blythe) Sanders. A graduate of Cassville High School, Class of 1942, she entered the University of Missouri and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Home Economics, which she taught for three years in the Carrollton High School, northeast of Kansas City. She also taught one term at Cassville and one term at Purdy. On June 19, 1949, she married Emory Melton in the Shell Knob First Baptist Church. Throughout her active adult years, she was an avid golfer, a very accomplished seamstress and an ardent believer in her faith, having taught Sunday School and young people classes over her years at First Baptist Church in Cassville. In 1960, she became a Cassville businesswoman, working in the Litho Printers plant in Cassville and in 1970, became the publisher of the Barry County Advertiser and remained as publisher until her death. Survivors include her husband, Emory Melton; one son, Stanley, and his wife, Cindy, of Fremont Hills, south of Springfield; one sister, Mabel Cope of Springfield; and a number of nieces and nephews. A son, Russell, preceded her in death in May 2001. She was also preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers, Walter, Roy, Albert, Fred, Chester, Kenneth and Dr. Milford Sanders; and one sister, Gladys Murtha. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 2, 2010, in First Baptist Church, Cassville, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Visitors may sign the guestbook from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Cassville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Cassville or the charity of the donor's choice. Visit www.fohnfuneralhome.com for online obituaries, guestbook and private condolences.
Melton, Jesse 13 Dec 1875 - 26 Oct 1951 CCR 1 Nov 1951
[Note: Son of Edmund Pendleton & Lucy (Tatum) Melton; married 26 Jan 1896 Mary Frances Cook 11 Apr 1875 - 30 Jan 1945 divorced & she m/2 Pruitt; married 5 Feb 1915 Anna (Tilden) Gentry 16 Jan 1876 - 15 Nov 1936; married 29 Aug 1937 Riller Fees; 1900 Union Twp Stone Co MO census shows son James H. Melton born Feb 1897 and daughter Vesta J. born Jan 1900; 1910 Union Twp, Stone Co Mo census adds daughter Walsie E. born 1906; by 1920, Jesse had remarried and has son Don; Mary F., a dressmaker, is listed in Union Twp, Stone County, MO as a widow, with Hershel J. age 22 and Walsie R 14, with Lon & Vesta living two doors away - Walsie is presumably Earmel - there‘s a typo here, the name was actually Cross, not Gross]
Jesse, Melton, son of Edmond P. and Lucy Tatum Melton, was born Dec 13, 1875 in Christian County, MO, near Selmore, and passed away at his home in Ozark, Oct 23, 1951, following a year’s illness. He had lived his entire life in the Ozark vicinity. At the age of 14, he was converted and joined the Prospect Baptist Church, later transferring his membership to the Ozark Baptist church, where he was a faithful worker until his death. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; a daughter, Mrs. Earmel Gross; three brothers and one sister. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Rilla Melton; two sons, Herschel Melton of Illinois and Don Melton of California; a daughter, Mrs. Vesta Gold of Billings, MO; a stepson, Clarence Gentry of Idaho; a step-daughter, Mrs. Fern Whicomb of Oklahoma; three brothers, Bedford and Robert Melton of California and Clifford Melton of Ozark; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Melton of Highlandville, Mrs. Sophronia Plank and Mrs. Pollard of Ozark; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon in the Chaffin Funeral Home chapel by Rev. Carl Bush. Interment was made in the Highlandville cemetery under direction of Chaffin.
Melton, John 1 Jan 1876 - 3 Sep 1944 SL-P 4 Sep 1944
[Note: Son of Ancil Marion & Margaret M. (Willoughby) Melton; married first Cozy Ann Hankins 7 Sep 1896 - 24 Mar 1916; married Mary (?) Weaver]
Final rites for John Melton, 68, who died at his home in Rogersville, MO. Sunday at 4:25 p.m. following 9 weeks illness, will be held at the Baptist Church at Strafford, MO Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist Church at Strafford, MO Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock with the Rev. R. M. Holloway officiating. Interment will be in the Mullinax Cemetery near Strafford with Kelley-Ferrell Funeral Home of Rogersville in charge of the arrangements. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Mary Melton of Rogersville, a son, Ancil Melton of Springfield, a stepson, T. E. Weaver, Rogersville, a step-daughter, Mrs. Corine Whitehawk, Chicago, Ill and two sisters, Mrs. Bert Armstrong, Springfield and Mrs. Charles West, Strafford.
Melton, John M. 30 Sep 1848 - 14 Jul 1925 CCR 17 Jul 1925 p1
[Note: Son of B. Benjamin & Malissa Caroline “Cal“ (Elkins) Melton; married 14 Mar 1870 Cannon County, TN Hannah D. Turner 6 Jul 1852 - 25 Dec 1917]
John M. Melton, 77 years old of 566 West Pine Street, Springfield, Mo. Died at 10 o’clock Tuesday morning, July 14th at a hospital after a brief illness caused by a stroke of paralysis and infirmities of old age. Mr. Melton was a veteran employe of the Frisco lines at Springfield, having retired some time ago after serving 35 years with the railroad. At the time of his retirement, Mr. Melton was foreman of the southside shops at Springfield. The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Lillie Kessinger, of Springfield, Mrs. W. B. Lowman and Mrs. V. B. Ramey, both of Denver, Co., and Mrs. A. M. Goode, of Cassville, Mo. and by one son, M. Melton of Oklahoma City, Okla. He has three brothers living, namely, Dillard Melton and U. S. Melton of the McCracken neighborhood and J. B. Melton of Colorado and one sister, Mrs. Marion Fowler of McCracken. Mr. Melton was a charter member of the local I.O.O.F. lodge and was formerly a resident of Ozark where he and his wife, who preceded him in death some 6 or 7 years, left many friends. Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon at the Paxson funeral chapel, 412 South avenue, Springfield, Mo. With interment under the direction of the Paxson Undertaking company.
Melton, Joseph E. “Jodie” 31 May 1869 - 4 Mar 1952 CCR 6 Mar 1952
[Note: Son of James Mattison & Mary Jane “Polly” (Pendleton) Melton; married 17 Nov 1892 CCM Mary Jauncie “Janie” Bilyeu 7 Apr 1873 - 27 May 1925]
Joe E. Melton, 84, of the Highlandville community, died at 5 am Tuesday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Lewis. He had been ill more than a year. He is survived by three sons, Landon of Ozark, Andy and Harve of Highlandville; three daughters, Mrs. Bama McCullough of Sparta, Mrs. Rena Bridges of Ozark, and Mrs. Fay Lewis of Spokane; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in the Chaffin chapel at Ozark, Friday at 2 o’clock, with the Rev. Floyd Hanks officiating. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery.
Melton, Josie M. (Edwards) 4 Oct 1910 - 20 Feb 2003 CCH-N 12 Mar 2003
[Note: Daughter of Josie & Mary Elizabeth (Gloyd) Edwards; married 7 May 1931 Troy Oscar Melton 28 Sep 1909 - Jun 1981]
Josie M. Edwards Melton, 92, Powersite, died Feb. 20, 2003, in Riverview Manor, Ozark. Melton was born Oct. 4, 1910 in Powersite. She was one of 12 children born to Josia and Mary Elizabeth (Gloyd) Edwards. She was saved at a young age and joined the St. James General Baptists Church where she was a member until her death. She attended college at School of the Ozarks, Forsyth. Melton taught at the Brown Community School near Hilda, and was a clerk for the St. James General Baptist Church and White River Association for many years. She was a faithful worker at the White River Youth Camp. Melton loved to sing and devoted her life to singing God's praises and witnessing to others about God. She will be remembered for her lovely smile. Melton also attended Ozark First Freewill Baptist Church and the Carthage Freewill Baptist Church. She was a member of the Powersite Community Club, the Kirbyville Goodwill Club Pixies and the Kirbyville Goodwill Club. Melton was united in marriage to Troy Oscar Melton on May 7, 1931, in Harrison, Ark. They celebrated 50 years together before her husband's death in 1981. They were blessed with two daughters, Donna Jean and Estaleta Blanche. Melton was also preceded in death by her parents, Josiah and Mary Edwards; three brothers, Carl, Earl and Remus; six sisters, Mary Jo, Trula Belle, Minta Mae, Veda, Almeda and Blanche; and one granddaughter, Teresa Ann Stewart. Survivors include daughters Donna Jean and husband Loyal Stewart, Ozark, and Estaleta Blanche and husband Bill Brown, Neosho; one sister, Ardella Dees, Forsyth; one brother, Joseph "Joe Boy" and wife Jeannie Edwards, Seymour; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She will be greatly missed by all.
Melton, Judy Ann (Adams) 15 Jan 1942 - 19 Jan 2009 SN-L 21 Jan 2009 & CCH-N 27 Jan 2009
[Note: Daughter of David & Viola (Porter) Adams; married 14 Mar 1959 Harold Gene Melton]
Judy Ann Melton, age 67, died January 19, 2009. She was born January 15, 1942, in Rogersville, the daughter of David and Viola (Porter) Adams. On March 14, 1959, she married Harold Gene Melton. Judy was a member of Victory Baptist Church. She was also a member of TOPS and Foxy Red Hatters in Ozark. Survivors include four children, Beverly and Steve Marshall, Ozark, Delburt and Lori Melton, Benton, La., Jerry and Jeanette Melton, Ozark, and Bill and Robbin Melton, Ozark; a brother Jerry Adams and wife Kay, Tipton, Mo.; and a sister Willa Branstetter and husband Bert, Eldon, Mo.;16 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Judy was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Doyle Gene Adams; and a granddaughter Amber Melton. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Pastor Bob Long officiating. Burial will follow in Springhill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, in the funeral home.
Melton, Julia A. (Luttrull) 27 Jan 1880 - 24 Nov 1970 CCR 26 Nov 1970 p1
[Note: Daughter of James M. & Elizabeth T. (Ross) Luttrull; married 20 Nov 1902 CCM William A. Melton 5 May 1880 - 17 Feb 1948]
Mrs. Julia A. Melton, 92, a longtime resident of the Highlandville community, died at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Christian County Nursing Home at Ozark. Mrs. Melton was a member of the Highlandville Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Wells, Nixa, Mrs. Opal Folk, Lawrence, Kan, Mrs. Pearl Wurtz, Meridan, Idaho, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Harris will announce arrangements.
Melton, June Lee (Woods) St. Clair Fitzpatrick 1 Feb 1907 - 26 Jun 1998 CCH-N 8 Jul 1998
[Note: Daughter of Jefferson “Jeff” & Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Bolin) Woods; married 3 Oct 1925 Landon Melton 9 Feb 1905 - 12 Dec 1973; married 11 Nov 1975 Andrew Francis St. Clair d 1980; married Lavern “Nudd” Fitzpatrick 14 Apr 1902 - 24 Feb 1990; buried under name Melton]
June Lee Melton, age 91, of Ozark. died Friday, June 26 1998, at Balanced Care, Nixa. She was born Feb. 1, 1907, in Ozark and was the daughter of Jeff and Lizzie (Bolin) Woods. In 1924 she and Landon Melton were married. Together they had two children which passed away at infancy, Billy Joe and Clara Jean Melton. Mr. Melton died in 1973. Mrs, Melton later married A.F. St. Clair who died in 1980. Her third husband, LaVern "Nudd" Fitzpatrick died in 1990. June Lee was a member of Prospect Baptist Church. Before retirement she had worked as a clerk for M.F.A. and at Bairds Grocery. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, June 28, in Prospect Baptist Church with Pastor Tommy Bilyeu officiating. Burial was in Prospect Cemetery under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.
Melton, Kate C. (Porter) 8 Apr 1886 - 11 Jun 1977 OH 16 Jun 1977 p2
[Note: Daughter of William & Margaret E. (Elliott) Porter; married James Edward “Ed” Melton 22 Nov 1880 - 28 Apr 1955]
OZARK - Mrs. Kate C. Melton, 91. Ozark, died at 8:12 p.m. Saturday in Christian County Nursing Home, Ozark after a long illness. She was native of the state of Virginia and was a resident of the Ozark community most of her life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church here. Survivors include two sons, Leland E. of Ozark and William R. of Springfield and a daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Hutchinson, Ozark. Services were at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Harris Chapel here with the Rev. Ivan Coyle officiating. Burial was in Selmore Cemetery.
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Melton, Kate C. (Porter) 8 Apr 1886 - 11 Jun 1977 OH 23 Jun 1977 p8
We thank the many friends and neighbors for their kindness and thoughtfulness shown in the loss of our mother, Mrs. Kate Melton. It is as deeply appreciated for the much love and kindness shown as for all the food and flowers, visits and other acts of kindness which they displayed. A special thanks to Dean and Mary Harris and also to Joe Waggoner and his staff at the Christian County Nursing Home for their good work in caring for our loved one. May the Good Lord Bless each of them and you. Mr. and Mrs. Leland Melton and family, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Melton and family, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hutchinson and Family, Oscar Kranme and family.
Melton, Lalla Marie (Chrisman) 28 May 1893 - 16 Feb 1964 CCR 20 Feb 1964 p1
[Note: Daughter of James G. & Mary A. (Russell) Chrisman; married Clifford D. Melton 24 Feb 1890 - 12 Jan 1971]
Mrs. Lalla Marie Melton, 70. of Springfield, died at 5:45 a.m. Sunday at Burge-Protestant Hospital where she had been a patient for eight days. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Johnston and Dale Streets, Springfield. Survivors include her husband, Clifford; a son, Joseph C., 1506 West Atlantic; three sisters, Mrs. Frances Patch, Redlands, Calif., Mrs. Phalia Boteler, San Bernardino, Calif. and Mrs. Maggie Cubbler, Highland, Calif; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at 1:30 at the Rainey Chapel officiated by Mr. Clarence Feeney. Burial was in Highlandville Cemetery. Mrs. Melton was a sister-in-law of Mrs. Oscar McGinnis of Ozark.
Melton, Landon 9 Feb 1905 - 12 Dec 1973 OH 20 Dec 1973 p7
[Note: Son of Joseph E. "Jodie" & Mary Jauncie (Bilyeu) Melton; married 3 Oct 1925 June Lee Woods 1 Feb 1907 - 26 Jun 1998 who m/2 St. Clair & m/3 Fitzpatrick]
OZARK - Landon Melton, 68, of Route 1, Ozark, died at 10:03 a.m. Wednesday at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield where he had been a patient for six days. Mr. Melton was a farmer and a lifelong resident of Ozark. He was a deacon of the Prospect Baptist Church and had been a school bus driver since 1937. Funeral services for Mr. Melton were at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Prospect Baptist Church with the Rev. Howard Blevins and Tommy Bilyeu officiating. Burial was in Prospect Cemetery under direction of Harris of Ozark.
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Melton, Landon 9 Feb 1905 - 12 Dec 1973 OH 2 Oct 1975 p11
In Memorium
In loving memory of my dear husband, Landon Melton. This would have been our 50th wedding anniversary. October 3rd, we two were wed. Our wedding vows to each other were said. He brought much joy into my life and I was proud to be his wife. God granted us 48 years. We had lots of sunshine, but there were tears. I thank the Lord for our years together. God’s love and blessing were beyond measure. The Lord called him home. I miss him so and am alone. The Lord helps me my grief to bear. Heaven seems nearer, now that he’s there. Friends and loved ones miss him, but soon, like him we too can go to heaven. God’s eternal day and with our loved ones for ever to stay. June Lee Melton