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Melba Francis Rocha

1934 - 2010

Melba Francis Rocha obituary, 1934-2010

BORN

1934

DIED

2010

Melba Rocha Obituary

Melba Francis Rocha 1934 - 2010 Service today Thursday, at 1:15 p.m., Bakersfield National Cemetery, Arvin CA. Melba passed away Monday morning, October 18th, in her sleep. Married to Hank Rocha in the summer of 1952, and has not left his side since. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. The spiritual leader, and the foundation of our family. Her advice, love and presence will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband of 57 years; 4 children: Teresa, Paul, Lorie and Susan. She has 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. We will miss you Vovo. While walking those streets of gold with Butch, know that we will see you soon. www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 21, 2010.

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October 24, 2010

so sorry to hear about Melba, i remember Melba from my early days,she was always nice to me, i have memories of the 45 records she help put out on Hayshaker Records with her brother .I loved them! Playboy, Memories on a Sod Dust Floor etc.,I was too young to really understand the business but was a fan of the music. I still have them to this day and would Never Part! I know shes up thier with my Brother Don catching up on old times.Hank Stay Strong!! GOD BLESS !!

bernice (king} gilpin

October 21, 2010

sorry to hear about melba bernice king gilpin

Rick & Chris Brown

October 21, 2010

Sorry to hear about melba's passing, are thought's and prayer's go out to the rocha family. Gog Bless you.

October 21, 2010

So sorry to hear of Melba's passing. I did her hair for many years and really enjoyed her at every appointment. Jeanie Blankenship

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