Sandra Kay Melhorn's Obituary
Decatur-Sandra K. Melhorn, 71, of Decatur, passed away 3:55 pm Monday, November 23, 2009 with her family by her side at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Per her wishes cremation rites will be accorded. There will be no services. Memorial contributions may be directed to the local chapter of the National Humane Society. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Online memories and condolences may be shared with Sandra’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Sandra was born on April 30, 1938 in Macon County the daughter of Kenneth and Elsie (Burton) Pate. She was the Director of Housekeeping for the Decatur Public Building Commission, retiring after twenty years of service. She married Kenneth M. Melhorn January 18, 1956 in Decatur. He passed away July 26, 1991.
She leaves behind her daughters; Laura Anderson of Decatur and Karla (husband – Gregory) Dunn of Blue Mound, sister; Marilyn Birdwell and husband Mitchel of Decatur, grandchildren; Ryan, Jared, and Danielle, and great-grandchildren; Kayla, Trevor, and Alyssa.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother; Kenny, sister; Jeannie, and grandson; Justin.
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