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Edward Lee Melton, 63, of Yuba City passed away August 21, 2013 at Rideout Memorial Hospital in Marysville. He was born June 25, 1950 in Porterville, CA.
Ed graduated from Live Oak High School in 1968, Yuba College in 1970, and received his Bachelors degree at CSU, Sacramento in 1972.
Ed was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the U.S. Marine Corps in June 1972. His military education included many schools, he loved every day as a Marine. Ed was stationed at Quantico, VA, El Toro, CA, Okinawa, Japan, Camp Pendleton, CA, Tustin, CA and Oakland, CA. One of Ed's last assignments was an XO at Marine Corps C & E schools at 29 Palms, CA. Ed retired from the USMC June 2000 as a Lt. Col. serving 28 years.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years Karen Melton of Yuba City, parents James & Clarita Melton of Live Oak, brother Allan Melton (Joy) of Live Oak, sister Carol Estrada (Morrie) of Madera, CA, granddaughter, 3 nieces, 1 nephew and 6 great nieces & nephews.
Ed is preceded in death by his son Barron Melton.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 27, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Ullrey Memorial Chapel 817 Almond Street Yuba City. Graveside services will be Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Live Oak Cemetery 3545 Pennington Road Live Oak. Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Marine Honor Guard.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel (530) 673-9542.
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Bill Armstrong
Yesterday
I just heard of Ed´s death, 12 years ago. Ed was a fantastic Marine Officer. He worked with and for me on several occasions. I actively sought Ed out to join me. He and Karen were a great team and Cam and I were so sad when they lost Baron. I think of Ed and Karen often, and credit my success to Marines like Ed. Bill Armstrong, Col (ret) USMC
CWO4 Wm Lawrence
September 9, 2013
LtCol Melton was of the old Corps, a direct and honest Marine with great integrity. He was a great XO, leader of Marines, and mentor for me at MCCES. May he rest in peace, and may God bless his family. - Semper Fidelis
Michael Gordon
August 30, 2013
Karen, I had the honor of serving with Ed at 29 Palms -- please know that Sandy and I will keep Ed and your family in our prayers. He was a great Marine with a generous spirit.
Al and Takako Nelson
August 28, 2013
I had the honor of serving as the LtCol's S-6 Comm-Elec Officer at MATCS-38 in Tustin '88-'89. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time.
August 27, 2013
Dear Karen and Family,
We send our support, sympathy and our friendship. Ed was a special Marine, a dedicated patriot and a gentleman. We remember the El Toro tour, your Christmas Letters of uncontained enthusiasm and happiness. Yours is truly a celebration on your life with Ed and your family. With deep respect,
Joe & Linda Robben
Zeke & Donna Cavazos
August 27, 2013
Karen, with great sadness we learned of his passing, but with joyful memories of long ago, I remember well our time together in the Corps. May the Lord shine his grace on you and yours and comfort you. I will never forget him.
Freddie Davis
August 27, 2013
We will miss Ed so much, he was one of the reasons we retired June 1, 2013 so we could spend some time with Karen and Ed. Greg always wanted to go back to Washington with Ed. He was one of Greg's best friends. He cut our wedding cake with his Marine sword in his white Marine Uniform. We will truly miss you, and love you always. Love Freddie Shirlene and husband Greg Davis.
Cynthia and Bill Clemente
August 27, 2013
Karen,
Cynthia and I offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family on Ed's untimely passing.
Ed and your service as a Marine family contribute today amongst our newest generation of Marine families. Word is going out on Ed's passing amongst our Marines who had the privilege of serving with both of you.
We will remember Ed during our future tributes to absent friends.
Alex Lancaster
August 27, 2013
Remembering you and our service together - Semper Fi!
Steve and Sue Pollock
August 27, 2013
The world was a better place.
Michael deLeon
August 27, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about LtCol Melton's passing. He was my first XO as a brand new Warrant Officer and he took the time to mentor me at MCCES. May God's grace and comfort be with the family.
Michael deLeon CWO5 Retired
George Mandis
August 27, 2013
Karen & Family, may the good Lord provide strength and resolve, may you fondly remember the great life experiences, and per the MC Hymn, may you remember that Ed is now guarding the streets in Heaven. I also recently lost a loved one, when my younger brother unexpectedly passed away 2 days prior to Ed. Semper Fidelis.
Robert Speakman
August 27, 2013
So sorry to hear about Ed's passing. Will keep your family in our prayers. S/F Bob Speakman
August 26, 2013
May words of comfort rest gently upon your heart, and in time may they become words of healing.
~
The Appeal Democrat Family
Dave & Jocelyn John
August 26, 2013
Our condolences on the loss of Ed. Jocelyn and I send our prayers to you and your family. An Officer of Marines and faithful to Corps and Country. Semper Fi Ed.
William Dainty
August 26, 2013
Karen,
Melissa and I are very sorry for your loss and the loss of a great friend and a true Marine. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Semper Fidelis.
August 26, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
~
The Appeal Democrat Family
Selso Vargas
August 26, 2013
I knew Ed since grade school and through high school and college. He was my friend; a decent, caring, and thoughtful person who will be missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Sheryn Dollar-Carpenter
August 26, 2013
Karen; I'm so sorry to hear about Ed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. May God comfort you.
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