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Melody Sievert Obituary

Melody Jean Sievert Mason Melody Jean (Burton) Sievert, 58, of Mason, Michigan passed away on May 16, 2013, at home with family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Melody was born in Pontiac, MI on September 9, 1954 and was the daughter of Amber and Ronald Burton. She attended high school at Waterford Kettering and graduated in 1972. Melody married Rob Sievert on August 9, 1986 and they were happily married for 27 years. She worked for the State of Michigan for 35 years and after retiring, she worked shortly for L & S Associates. Melody volunteered her time to Meals on Wheels and especially loved volunteering for the Ele's Place organization. Melody is survived by the love of her life, her husband Rob Sievert of Mason, MI, her daughter Mary (Zach) Fales, and grandsons Garrett and Trevor of Grand Rapids, MI, her daughter Kristy (Garrett) Sievert of Grand Rapids, MI, her father Ronald Burton of Orange, TX, her sister Priscilla (David) LaBelle of Waterford, MI, her sister Karen (George) Whitbread of Holly, MI, her brother Vance Burton of Orange, TX, her brother Ronald (Wendy) Burton of Holly, MI, her brother in law Fred (Sue) Sievert of Stamford, CT and nineteen nieces and nephews. She will also greatly miss her cats Angel, Pookie and Marley. Melody is preceded in death by her mother, Amber Burton and niece Chantel Whitbread. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ele's Place, 1145 W. Oakland Avenue, Lansing, MI or made at www.elesplace.org. Condolences may be sent to the family at 432 Raging River, Mason, MI, 48854. On-line condolences may be made at www.grbdmason.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on May 19, 2013.

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Karen Shepherd

June 13, 2013

Melody was a squared away class act. I worked for Melody for just a short time at DHS but we always kept in touch. She was a mentor who encouraged me to get out of my comfort zone and broaden my professional horizons. With Melody as my support, I was able to do just that. Thank you Melody for your time, your wisdom, your friendship and your spunk! I will cherish your memory and your spirit.

Christine McElhone

June 4, 2013

I knew Melody from the Ingham County DHS Office. She was patient and kind, funny and bright. The world is better for her having been here. My condolences to her family.

Cheryl (Beyette) Burtch

June 2, 2013

Knew Melody throughout her school years in Waterford. A sweet person, always with a smile. My condolences to her family.

Gayla Norris

May 27, 2013

It has taken me a long time to be able to just say, Melody was the best friend someone could have. I miss her already. We shared so many things over the years, Lions games, weddings, babies, grandkids, my gifts from her trips. I will forever love her and miss her, it is so hard to believe the world has lost her. Rob thinking of how much she loved you, you were the light of her life. I wore my Kimono she brought me home from Korea the other night just to feel close to her. I know how much I hurt, so I can imagine yours. Please know that I am thinking of all of you. You know where and how to find me. Love ya all

Kasthuri Sitaraman

May 22, 2013

When I think of Melody her smiling face comes to mind. She taught me how to be dignified and strong while fighting a difficult illness. I will cherish all the visits and talks we had together. She loved Rob, Mary, Kristy and the grand children. She loved telling stories about her family and was proud of every one. I will miss her but will never forget her. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

May 21, 2013

Dear Rob and family---I am so very sorry for your loss of Melody. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda Lehman

Martin Levin

May 21, 2013

Dear Rob and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Melody will surely be missed!

Lindsay Stevenson

May 20, 2013

Mel played on our golf league a few years ago at Branson Bay. She was very kind. We are so sorry to hear about her passing.

Gina McCarver

May 20, 2013

I can't tell all of you how sorry I am to hear of Melody's passing. She was such a sweet, gentle, and kind person and I know she will be greatly missed. Please know that all my love and prayers are with all of you.

Kathy Ruiz

May 20, 2013

Dear Rob and family,
I was sad to hear about Melody. So glad we got to see her at the last Ingham county lunch get-together last summer. She's always a happy, positive, person, and I know she put up a long, brave battle with an awful disease. My prayers are with all of you.

May 19, 2013

I had the pleasure to work for Melody for many years before she left Ingham DHS for Central Office. She was amazing to work and we kept in touch periodically while she was making her mark in Central Office. I loved to sit in her office and listen to her stories about Rob, Rob's mother and the girls. I can't image what these past months must have been like for Rob and her whole family. I pray you all find strength in remembering the incredible memories you all made together and knowing you were all blessed to be together. Bless you all. Jenny Chapman( DHS & Holt, MI)

May 19, 2013

Dear Rob and Family. I knew both of you from Ingham DSS. I bumped into you both at Christmas time, at the book store in the Meridian Mall. You were both talking about babysitting the grandkids. You both looked happy and healthy. I didn't know. My prayers are with you all. Rob you had a treasure. Margie Wirth

Cindy Asher

May 19, 2013

Rob & family,
I'm saddened to learn of Mel's passing. I worked with her at Ingham DHS & in Central Office (MA Policy). I greatly respected her. My prayers are with you. God Bless.

Hilda Aikens

May 19, 2013

Rob, so sorry for your loss. Melody was such an awesome lady! Prayers to you and your family.

Steve Craun

May 19, 2013

I knew Melody from DHS. She was a great person to work with. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Cherie Swain

May 19, 2013

I knew Melody from DSS. So sorry for your loss.

Rayla Molzon

May 19, 2013

Rob & family, I am sorry for your loss. Mel was a great lady and will be missed by many. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Melinda Thompson

May 19, 2013

Rob and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Melody was a great person!
May God bless you all and bring comfort.

Melinda Thompson

May 19, 2013

Melody was always nice and sweet even if life at work was more than crazy. She was so very excited to have her first grandchild and talked of him always. I worked with Melody in Ingham County DHS and then again in Central Office.
So sorry for your loss but now believe her pain and suffering are over. God Bless.

Judy and Wayne Niles

May 19, 2013

Rob, we are so sorry for your loss. It was wonderful to recently spend time with both of you. You and your family are in our prayers.

Jill Manion

May 18, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Melody was my Manager at L&S for a brief amount of time, but she was a very good one. She is greatly missed. My condolences and prayers to your family.

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