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Melba Rosser Obituary

Rosser, Melba Ann Spray Age 60, died suddenly in her home in The Colony, TX on Thursday, October 1, 2009. Melba was born in Matador, TX on June 7, 1949 to Jack and Rosa Spray and was raised on a cotton farm. Melba is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Roy Rosser and children: Leesa & Jan Ruderman of Middletown, MD; Tony & Kelly Ridley of Carrollton, TX; Stephanie & Matthew Jones of Waxahachie, TX and Michael Rosser of Dallas, TX; 8 grandchildren, sister, Genie Stan of La Plata, NM, brother Norman Spray of Bedford, TX; and brother Billy Jack & sister-in-law Sylvia Spray of Las Cruces, NM. Melba was loved by friends and co-workers for these past few years at National Envelope. She walked her dog every evening in The Colony and will be missed by all who have had the opportunity to know her vibrant personality and contagious smile. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm on Tuesday October 6, 2009 and the funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 11:00 am both at Dalton & Son Funeral Home in Lewisville, TX at 1550 N Stemmons Freeway. Graveside Services to be held Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 2:00 pm in Whiteflat, TX, her final resting place.

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Published by Dallas Morning News on Oct. 5, 2009.

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Verlene Cooper

October 19, 2009

Roy,Leesa,Tony & Family,

So sorry for the loss of Your Beautiful Wife, Mother, Sister & Friend. I can't imagine how much your hearts must hurt. I pray that the pain will get easier each day. Melba was a very precious lady. Enjoyed working with her at Harris she was always the life of the party. Melba had the most beautiful smile. She will deeply be missed. My prayer and thoughts are with each of you. May god give you strength daily to make another day.
God Bless and keep all of you
"in his arms".
Verlene Cooper

Nelda Spray Watson

October 13, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Melba. My Prayers are with the family.

a rk

October 12, 2009

i want to send my thoughts an prayers to your family i hope you find love peace an joy through this loss the spirt never passes away just the tired shell no matter where you are shes with you always.god bless from california

Joyce Litchfield

October 6, 2009

I was so sorry to learn of Melba's passing. I worked with her and know for a fact that she never met a stranger and never stopped smiling. She was truly an angel. She had a wonderful personality and loved people, all people. She will truly be missed.

Pattie Wilson

October 6, 2009

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Melba's passing. I worked with Melba years ago and I can still hear her laugh and see her smile! She was a blessing here on earth. My sympathy to the family and all those that will miss her.

Mary Hatfield

October 5, 2009

Roy,Leesa,Tony & Family,
I was very sad to hear of your loss. Melba was a very special person and great friend she will be missed dearly. I know she is your guardian angel watching over. God Bless and comfort you in this time. Ya'll our in our prayers and thoughts.

Kathie Valasek

October 5, 2009

Melba was my best friend and I will miss her so very much. She loved angels in life and I know she is with them now. To all of her family, my deepest sympathies.

Amy Allen

October 5, 2009

Leesa & Family,
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your precious mother. Your mom was so very sweet!!! Please know that you are in my every thought and prayer. If you need ANYTHING at all please let me know. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Love you,
Amy

George E. Smith

October 5, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jen Taylor

October 5, 2009

I was so saddened to hear of Melba's passing. You are in my thoughts in prayers. She will be dearly missed...

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