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WILLIAM EDWARD MELTON

WILLIAM MELTON Obituary

William Edward Melton, 65, of Arlington Heights; beloved father of Julianna (Steve) Boshold and Jennifer (Greg) Cardelli; loving fiancé of Karen Puccillo; loved grandfather of Derek, Jake, Max, Karlee, Kate, Madelyn, and William; devoted brother of Brian (Sheila) Melton, Susan (Bruce) McFarland, Sally Grilli, and Scott (Aimee) Melton; dear friend of Suzanne Melton; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews; dear nephew of Adelaide Thompson and Mike Torgerson; and son of June Melton. Visitation from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2010 at the Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, (4 blocks south of Palatine Road) Arlington Heights, and from 9 a.m. until time of service 10 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights, 302 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights. Entombment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to American Cancer Society, 1114 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60004. Funeral information and condolences, www.GlueckertFH.com or (847) 253-0168.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 7, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIAM MELTON

24 Entries

Krista (Swander) Lynch

February 18, 2010

Melton Family,
You are in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow. We have such fond memories of being your next door neighbors in the 1970's.
One of the Swander Twins, Krista
On Behalf of the Swander Family

January 24, 2010

Dear Melton family,
Please, know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Paige and Tom Anderson
Marybeth and Otto Curth

Joe Clark

January 14, 2010

Bill was my roommate at the first Jamison Door sales meeting I attended in Hagerstown, MD in 1973. We remained friends through all of the years since. We had a lot of laughs together. I retired from Jamison in 2007. My sincere sympathy and sorrow goes out to Scott and his family.

Kris Dahlstrom

January 14, 2010

Bill, Dad knew you when you were tiny. Your wonderful mom let him live with you guys when he couldn't afford much at all. It is hard for him to remember much now but he loved you and your family. Your family is in our prayers.

We had fun this day.

Puccillo

January 12, 2010

Bill,

You were the best. Thank you for being so nice to my family and myself. We will miss you, and I will miss making you laugh.

Paul & Beth Puccillo

Susan (Melton) McFarland

January 11, 2010

Billy. Thank you for always being there for me. Any and every single time I needed you, you were there. You have taken a piece of my heart with you..but that's ok..I want you to have it as I loved you so much. The 4 of us will remain close and I promise you we will look after Julie and Jenny and all of your beautiful grandchildren. Our family will never be the same without you.
God Bless you.
Your little sister, Sue

January 10, 2010

Dear Karen & Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Bill's sudden passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Love, Paul & Kathy Anderson
Saginaw, Texas

Richard Fitzgerald

January 9, 2010

I was shocked and saddened when I learned of Bill's sudden passing. I have known Bill for over 25 years and have never met a finer man. His head for business, his sense of humor and his passion for golf are all things to be admired. But he held the love of his children and his grandchildren above everything else. It was an honor to have known him and, he will be missed.
Fitz

Kevin O'Connell

January 8, 2010

Very sad to hear of Bill;s passing.

January 8, 2010

Bill was a fun, loving and considerate individual. Our hearts go out to his loved ones at this difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have of him. May you be given the strengh you need at this difficult time.

Monty & Tish Halstead

Jim Zimmerman

January 8, 2010

Remembering Bill the first word that comes to mind is gentleman.I think it's appropriate that his game was golf, often referred to as "the gentlemans game."I will miss him as a fiend, business man and golfer. My prayers are for all of those he left behind.

John Vance

January 7, 2010

To The Melton Family,
I met Bill in 1988 due to being in the construction industry. I must say I will never forget him as he made many positive impacts both personally and in business. He always took time for all of us no matter the issue. I will never forget all of the fond memories doing business with him or playing a round of golf. And what a golfer he was! He often spoke of his love for his family and that magical sparkle would come to his eyes. He introduced me to his brother Scott (whom I am proud to call one of my best friends).
He gave me many a glimpse of what we all hope is heaven (playing golf at Rolling Green). Bill, you will be missed and NEVER forgotten! Your friends; John Vance & Family.

Puccillo

January 7, 2010

Julie & Jennifer and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your dad. We really loved him and will miss him very much. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and sincere condolences for the unexpected passing of your dad. He meant a lot to our family and we enjoyed every moment we ever spent with him. We are lifting you up in prayer as you go through the grieving process. We are mourning with you. With deepest respect, Brian & Amy Puccillo and family

Larry & Cathy Bertolozzi

January 7, 2010

To the Melton Family. It was an honor to have known Bill, we considered him a dear friend. As a fellow Rolling Green member, I enjoyed many rounds of golf, and playing cards with Billy. In fact it was Bill who gave me probably one of the best golf tips. He told me I should quit this game. Please remember in your time of sorrow, that Bill was loved by many at Rolling Green. My wife Cathy and I also socialized with Billy outside of Rolling Green. His company and friendship, and that wonderful sense of humor, will truly be missed. Please accept are most heartfelt condolences. May God Bless and watch over your family during this most trying of times.

Hey Billy, don't worry, there are no "SHANKS IN HEAVEN"!

Tim Dunderdale

January 7, 2010

Julie, Jenifer, Suzanne,
Please accept our condolences. We were stunned to hear of Bill's passing.

It brought back a flood of memories of Family vacations in Florida.

May God's mercy, grace, and strength be with you in the time.

Sincerely,

Tim Scully

January 7, 2010

Dear Melton Family,

I was very sad to hear the news of Billy's passing, he was one of the greatest guys out there. He taught me a ton on how to play golf and respect the game. I was talking to someone in the last couple of days, since his passing, and I think that the best thing that came out of the conversation was that you couldn't ever find anything bad to say about Billy, he was one of the best and will be truly missed. I am sorry for your loss.Our prayers are with your family.
God Bless

Tim Scully

January 7, 2010

Our deepest condolences to the William Melton family. Bill was a great friend . Unfortunately we will not be able to pay our respects in person as we are out of town.
May his memory be eternal.

Jim Tatooles & Wilma Merkel

James Flood

January 7, 2010

To the Melton Family,

I wanted to expresence my condolences regarding your sudden and tragic loss. I hope my prayers can assuage the anguish of your bereavement. I came to know Bill indirectly during my brief tenure at Rolling Green Country Club. He was a man that exuded class, distinction and poise. I was always in awe at the level of his golf game and more so by the type of person he was. He will be missed by many I am quite certain. Again, my heartfelt sympathies. Dr. James Flood

Peter Dunderdale

January 7, 2010

Billy,

When I think back, so many of my good memories were created with you. I am sad and selfish, not wanting to let you go. But I am glad because you will be laid to rest surrounded by so many of your dearest friends. I will love you always, Bill, because of your good nature and because of how good I felt when I was with you. God Bless You! You are truly "One of a Kind".

Pete

Marc Heidkamp

January 7, 2010

Dear Melton Family,

I was saddened to hear about Bill. He was a wonderful person that I was fortunate to know. I always enjoyed playing golf with him and talking about the great times over the years when he played golf at Old Orchard Country Club. Just last year I was on the roof of the club house doing some work when I looked down and saw Bill walking up to play. I was so happy to see him I started yelling "BILL IS BACK" . We laughed together and out to play he went. Bill was a great player and student of the game that always maintained his cool. I will never forget him and his remarkable personality. I always looked forward to the member guest tournament at Rolling Green because it was a chance to play with Bill and Scott. The laughter and time was never enough that I always wanted it to continue. Our paryers go out to your family at this difficult time but the momories we have will never fade. God Bless

Marc Heidkamp and family
Old Orchard C.C.

Tami Samek

January 7, 2010

Steve, Julie and family: my heartfelt sympathy for your loss, keeping you in my prayers during this time of sorrow.

Tami Samek (WMS)

Barth Morreale

January 7, 2010

This note is to all the Melton's in general. Everyone knows how close I have been to your family and Bill was no exception. His sense of humor and good nature was always refreshing and his fun loving aura was contagious. I am sure he is already on the first tee in heaven and I will be seeing him in all those old familiar places in my mind and heart. Fore!

January 7, 2010

To the Melton family, Our heartfelt condolences. I have such fond memories of your mom, dad, and all you kids growing up. I know how much Bill will be missed. You are in our prayers, June [Schilling] and Tom Epp

January 7, 2010

Dear Dad, Bill and Pappa,

We are deeply sadden and hurting very bad right now. Your sudden passing makes no sense to us, but over the coming days and weeks we will gather with family and friends to celebrate your time with us and share our many fond memories and stories. We love you and will miss you greatly.
Love - Julianna, Steve, Derek, Karlee, Kate, and Will.

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