Melanie Mercer DeWitt, 56, of Burleson, an office manager for her husband's dental practice, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, in Fort Worth.
Funeral: 2 p.m. Saturday at Burleson Church of Christ. Interment: Burleson Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Mountain Valley Funeral Home.
Memorials: St. Jude Children's Hospital, Susan B. Komen For the Cure, or charity of choice.
Melanie was born Aug. 22, 1952, at Harris Hospital in Fort Worth to Roy Silas and Faye Parks Mercer. She graduated from Burleson High School in 1970. She attended North Texas State University where she met her husband, Dr. Gene T. DeWitt, and eventually settled in her hometown of Burleson. There they raised their family and developed many long and lasting friendships. Melanie's real passion was her family. All events and occasions centered around family. Be it birthdays, holidays or ski trips, they always revolved around family and her treasured friends. Melanie's truest passion was being a mother and wife. Even as sickness intruded into her life she remained the cornerstone of her family. Throughout the duration of her illness, she amazed all of those who met her and cared for her with her tremendous sense of hope and passion for life.
We deeply appreciate the kindness and care Melanie and our family recieved from her physicians, Dr. Mark Redrow and Dr. Joyce O'shaunessy, and their staffs at Texas Oncology.
She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Silas Mercer Sr.; mother, Faye Parks Mercer; and a loving niece, Patty Mercer.
Survivors: Husband, Gene DeWitt; son, Eric DeWitt; daughters, Erin and Adrienne DeWitt; brother, Roy Silas Mercer Jr. and wife, Mary; sister, Patty Mercer Hood; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jan. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Melanie DeWitt

41 Entries

February 7, 2013

Gene the message dated February 7, 2013 is from Sandy (Randle) Woolf. I did not mean to send with my name.

February 7, 2013

Gene I was just thinking about you and Melanie and wondering how you all were doing. I stumbled on to Melanie's obituary. I am so very very sorry to hear about her passing. If I would have know I would have come to the services. I was so in hopes that she would beat the cancer. I last talked to her right around when my daughter was getting married in 2006. I am just devistated. I know it has been hard for you and your children as she was a great person. I am sorry I was horrible about keeping in touch. I love you guys and miss seeing you all. Send my best to your children and I hope you are all doing OK.

April 11, 2009

Gene, I just heard tonight about your lost, Caron called me.
I can't tell you how sorry Bernie and I are at the lost of your dear
wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Keep your chin up, you will be togather again.

Doris Patton Giddens (WATAUGA, TX)

Steve & Lisa Currin

January 29, 2009

Gene,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. We did not have the pleasure of knowing Melanie, but from reading the other notes it seems we missed an opportunity to know a wonderful person. Our hearts and prayers are with you and we hope you can find comfort in your faith and family.

Lambert family

January 29, 2009

Dr. DeWitt and family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tom & Linda Hix

January 27, 2009

Gene, Eric,Erin & Adrienne,
We will greatly miss Melanie and pray that god will ease your pain and sorrow and help you to continue your life. You will never forget the great memories of Melanie, nor should you.
In Christian Love,
Tom & Linda Hix

Debbie Eakin-Skrasek

January 27, 2009

Gene and Children,
I admired Melanie's strength and dedication during her illness. I hope you realize what a blessing and wonderful example she was for me. I remember the time she shared her hats with me when I went through my chemo treatments. I was saddened to hear of your loss, may God grant all of you comfort and peace in the memories you hold on to.

Karen Richard

January 27, 2009

When someone you love becomes a memory--the memory becomes a treasure.
Karen Richard
HR Manager-North Cental Texas Council of Governments

Tiffany (Garvin) James

January 26, 2009

Gene, Eric, Erin & Adrianne,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will walk in honor of your wife and mother in the Austin Race for the Cure this year. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. I wish you peace that passes all understanding.

Much love and respect,
Tiffany

Patricia Dunlap

January 25, 2009

Melanie was one of the kindest and sweetest ladies I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My heart goes out to Gene and her family in this difficult time. God bless you Melanie, til we see you again.

Gordon Hogan

January 25, 2009

Gene, and Family,
Gordon and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know she will always be carried and cherished in your hearts. God be with you.

Gordon & Connie Hogan

Paula Jowell

January 24, 2009

I am very sorry to hear about Melanie. I remember her as my next-door neighbor, a young mother devoted to her family. She thoroughly enjoyed God's creations and took great pride in her home. Often, early in the morning she would be in her yard, caring for her flowers. My son, Brad, recently related to me how, years ago, she had called him over to her car and proudly showed him her new baby girl (Adrienne).
I know your hearts are heavy at this time. May the promise of Jesus Christ at John 5:28,29 bring you comfort and strength.

Gary and Gay Null

January 24, 2009

Gene and Family
May you find comfort in knowing
that your loved one is in God's care.
Our deepest sympathies.

Dana DeLozier

January 24, 2009

Dear Adrienne-

I just wanted you to know that Rodney and I have and are even more now praying for you and your family as you pass through these hours of grief, sadness, uncertainity and even some relief. I lost my mother Sept of 2001 to cancer. It is a very hard thing to watch and participate in losing someone you love so much, but there is the hope in knowing there is no more pain and no more suffering now. I am afraid that the days can be harder on those of us left behind. If you ever need to talk to someone, call me. Philippians 4:4-7. Grace to you and your family, Rodney & Dana DeLozier

Wayne and Jeanette Brewer

January 24, 2009

So sorry for your loss, we are praying for you all. Also our best to Roy & family

Walt & Barbara Hileman

January 24, 2009

Gene&Family
Sorry to hear about your terrible loss
May God be with you and your family for all the days to come.

Lucille Jones

January 24, 2009

You and your Family are precious people. Melanie left some wonderful receipes in the church cookbook. We all loved her and you are in our prayers. Lucille Jones

David & Liz & David & Darlene Guttery

January 24, 2009

We personally didn't know Melanie but knew her husband. He is a wonderful dentist who cares about his patients. I'm sure he got some of that from his wife. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow

Priscilla and Amy Villamil

January 24, 2009

To the DeWitt family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Melanie was a special person, a special Mom, always active in her children's lives. You were part of our "ballet family" with the Schaffenburgs and we will always have fond memories of those times. Erin and Adrienne, Amy sends her love to you both. God keep you all in his warm embrace as you go through this difficut time.

Prayer Ministry Burleson SDA Church

January 24, 2009

We are so sorry, for your loss, and extend our sympathy to you, and your family and friends. May God bless and comfort you.

Maxidene Massey

January 24, 2009

So sorry for you loss. You all are
in my thoughts & prayers

Barbara Couk

January 23, 2009

Gene and Family,
I really did not know Melanie that well, but through being your patient for almost 30 years, I know what courage and a fighting spirit that she had. Now she is no longer in pain. Praise the Lord!

Michele and I pray for you and yours and that The Lord will give you such peace through this dificult time. God is faithful!

Robin Jones

January 23, 2009

Melanie is one of the sweetest people I'd ever met. I pray God will comfort all of you with His peace that passes understanding. I am so sorry.

paula lynch

January 23, 2009

Dear Sweet Adrienne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know your mom will be sorely missed by you and your family and those who knew her and loved her. I am praying for you all. May God's peace comfort you.
Love you,
Mrs. Lynch

Jani Batchelor

January 23, 2009

We are so sorry for you all in this tremendous loss. Our prayers are with you.

The Batchelor Family (Ellen)

Amy Rutherford Farmer

January 23, 2009

Dr. DeWitt-
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Kathy and Rebecca Alexander

January 23, 2009

Gene, Eric, Erin, Adrienne,
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. We were fortunate to have Melanie cross our path in life. She is at peace and without pain now. May the Lord be with you during your time of sorrow.

Rebecca Egyed

January 23, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories comfort you always.

Aleks Egyed and Family

Sharon Helweg

January 23, 2009

It was my privilege to know Melanie and I greatly admired her for the courage she showed during her illness. She was an inspiration to me. My husband, Duane and I are sorry for your loss and are holding family and friends close in thought and prayer as all of you walk through this difficult time.

Vera Calvin

January 23, 2009

Gene and family,

My prayers are with you and the family at this very difficult time. Memories of the happy times will help you during the difficult days ahead.

God bless you and give you peace and comfort.

Randy Bedford

January 23, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that the Lord helps those that were close to her.

Brandi Hairston

January 23, 2009

Our Thoughts and prayers are with the entire DeWitt family.

Mrs. DeWitt had a heart of gold.

Donna Biasatti

January 23, 2009

Gene, Eric, Erin & Adrienne,
I am so sorry for your pain and my heart hurts for you all! I have so many fond memories of Melanie and the good times we had many years ago when the kids were young. She was the best across-the-street neighbor. I still use many of the recipes that we shared with each other. She was such a kind and generous lady and I have always admired her strength. May your memories help you through the next days, weeks, months and years. I know you all were the light in her life.

Randy & Frankie Lewis

January 23, 2009

Gene, Eric, Erin, & Adrienne,
Your wife/mother was an amazing person and great example to us all. I hope you find comfort in knowing, when God takes one of His own He exchanges them with precious memories for us to cherish.
We Love You,

Jerry & Debbie Payne

January 23, 2009

What a great example of courage & faith that Melanie has shown through these last few years. What a great legacy to leave to her family. Our deepest sympathies...our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shelia Betzel

January 23, 2009

Gene, and family,
So sorry for this great loss. My very deepest sympathy to you. I pray that God will surround you will peace and comfort, for we know that Melanie now knows no pain and suffering, and is there with the Lord in that beautiful place called Heaven.
I am Karen Parker's sister.

Janet Hood

January 23, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. Melanie was an exceptional woman and I admired and loved her very much. I know she will be greatly missed by her friends and family. My prayers are with your family.

Robin and Tammy Worsham

January 23, 2009

We pray that God will grant you his greatest comfort in your time of loss.

Scott Glazener

January 23, 2009

Mrs. DeWitt was an incredible person. I remember some years ago when I worked at Bransom’s and she would come in with her children. She was the nicest costumers I had ever come across. She would talk about her family’s’ plans to go skiing and other activities. I also remember when she started her battle with her illness. I recall my mother had helped and supported Melanie through her beginnings of her illness. May you find God's comfort and strength during this difficult time.
God Bless.

Cari Kepple-Foster

January 22, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sandra Denning

January 22, 2009

I didn't know Melanie personally but I know she was a true and honest friend to Karen Payne who will miss Melanie dearly. May God be with your family during this time of sorrow.

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