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Michael S. Melton

1956 - 2020

Michael S. Melton obituary, 1956-2020, Everett, CA

BORN

1956

DIED

2020

Michael Melton Obituary

Michael Steven Melton Michael Steven Melton, age 63, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at his home in Everett, WA. He was born on March 23, 1956 in Salisbury, NC to Doris Hederich and Lee Vance Melton. He was married to Debra Lyn Gallipo on December 18, 1973 at Faith Lutheran church in Everett. Together they had two children, son, Michael Richard Melton and daughter, Christina Dennise Powell. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He was a hard worker and worked as a plumber for J, G, and S Plumbing for 20 years. He also worked in the construction field for Roofing Specialists with several of his brothers. He was loved by many and will be missed tremendously. He is survived by his mother, Doris Hederich; wife, Debie Melton; son, Michael Richard Melton, daughter, Christina Powell, daughter-in-law, Jodi Tautfest, son-in-law, BJ Powell; three grandchildren, Desiree Melton, Madison Melton, Jayden Powell, and one great grandson, Karsen Baker; three brothers, two sisters and their spouses: Bobby and Darcy Melton, Jimmy and Terri Melton, Johnny and Sissy Marker, Kathy Melton, Barbara and Bob Fox, and Beth Marker; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He has joined those that preceded him: grandparents, Virginia and Ulas Mease; father, L.V. Melton, mother and father in-law, Jay and Evie Gallipo; brothers, Larry Melton, Bruce Melton, Kenny Melton, Ernest Marker and cousin Keith Jones. Services will be held on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Faith Lutheran church from 11:30am - 2:30pm. We'd like to thank Faith Lutheran Church and show our support by asking any donations be made directly to the church

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Published by The Herald (Everett) on Feb. 28, 2020.

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Michael

March 30, 2024

It´s been 4 years now Dad and we all miss you and think of you daily. I hope you and Mom are dancing in the sky together I love you both . See you on the other side old man.

Your Son

February 23, 2022

It´s been 2 yrs now and I miss you so much Dad. I will always be forever great full to have had you as my Dad.I will see you on the other side old man.

Christy Powell

March 5, 2020

I'm not ready to say goodbye dad.....
We didn't get enough time with you and my heart is broken. I am forever grateful for all the love you gave us and I will treasure the memories we shared. I love you dad!!
Watch over our family and keep us close. Until I see you again........

Jayden Powell

March 4, 2020

I will always remember how much of a great man you were and I wish I would've known that my last conversation with you would be the last. You will be so missed Papa Steve.

Michael Melton

March 2, 2020

It still don't seem real dad, you have always raised me with love and guidance and these lessons you taught me have been taught to my girls and now I see Desiree passing them on to your great grandson Karsen. I light this candle for you to continue to guide me and watch over me until we are together again. I am proud to call you my Dad. I love you Old Man

Michael Melton

March 2, 2020

It still doesn't seem real dad, I want you to know you and mom raised Christy and I so very well and you've taught me many things growing up and I find myself passing these lessons on to my girls and already I see Dezi passing the family values onto your great grandson Karsen. I light this candle for you to watch and guide me here on earth until we are together again. I love you Old Man , Dad, My Hero!!

Vicki Brix

February 28, 2020

Debi Michael & Christy,

I am so sorry at the loss of Steve. I am thinking about all of you in your sorrow. I have fond memories of the times we spent together. My prayers are with you.
Vicki & Tony Brix

Michele Westling

February 28, 2020

Sending love, light, and prayers.

sharon marker

February 28, 2020

Hey guys I am so sad to hear about this loss. My favorite memories with Steve and Deb were their all night poker nights with all the family and friends just having a great and memorable time with each other. You will be truly missed! Much love to all!

Lisa Palm (Inman)

February 28, 2020

Debie and family, so very sorry to hear Steve has passed. It has been many years since we have seen each other. My memories are of a great young couple and the great times shared. May peace and comfort be with you at this difficult time.

Jessi Hamilton

February 28, 2020

My prayers go out to the Melton family through this hard time I ask the angles to surround this family with love and hugs. A great man will be missed by all.

Lisa Palm

February 28, 2020

Debie and family, so very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. It has been many years since I have seen any of you, but my memories are of that young couple and the many good times shared. May peace and comfort be with you during this difficult time.

Terry & sue Larson

February 28, 2020

Our love and prayers are with you , he will missed , If there's anything at all that we can do please let us know we are just a phone call away ,God bless

nancy dauth

February 28, 2020

Debbie,
I remember when we were so young. You let me stay with you and Mike for a short time. He was so kind! Prayers to you and your loved ones. Nancy Dauth(Patton)

Barbara Fox

February 28, 2020

I can't believe your gone. Please God squeeze him extra tight for me. You will forever be in my heart and on my mind. See you when I go home. Love you always, Barb.

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