Photo courtesy of Salem Funerals & Cremations - Downtown
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Aug 4, 1940 – Oct 11, 2025 (Age 85)
Winston-Salem - Melissa ("Meli") Rabb Rucker died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on October 11, 2025. She lived each of her 85 years with dignity and grace.She is preceded in death by Richmond Williston Rucker, her husband of sixty years. She is survived by her daughter Anna...
Read MoreI knew Meli growing up in Asheboro and later as adults and mothers of tennis players in Winston-Salem. She always had a smile on her face . I know she will be missed.
Martha Cavanagh
October 18, 2025 | Friend
Rich and I were friends since childhood, high school and college. He was blessed to have Meli share in his life. Thanks for Meli´s photo to remind us of her warm embrace and acceptance to all. "Freddie" Fred C. Lane MD
FRED C. LANE MD
October 17, 2025 | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rucker family and friends. RIP.
Chris & Gara Craven
October 15, 2025 | Family
