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Daune Melvin Obituary

Daune Harris Melvin September 15, 1947 - June 12, 2010 PHENIX CITY, AL— Daune Harris Melvin, 62, died Saturday, June 12, 2010 at her home in Phenix City, AL. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday June 19, 2010 at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, GA 31907. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Melvin was the daughter of the late Doyle and Gwen Harris of Columbus/Phenix City area. She was born September 15, 1947 in Columbus. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Gene and their son, Ian from Phenix City, 2 aunts, Thelma Blizzard and Louv Brown from Cordelle, GA and several cousins from the Cordelle, GA area and a very close loving and life time friend, Betty Cyree Holley. Flowers are welcome or you may donate to Columbus Hospice, 7020 Moon Road, Columbus, GA 31909.

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from Jun. 16 to Jun. 19, 2010.

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Barbara Jeffers

August 22, 2010

Dear Gene and Ian, I heard of Daune's death only a few days ago and was so saddened. As everyone else on here has said she was as sweet as she was beautiful. I enjoyed getting to know her when Jeff and Ian were playing baseball. I will never forget her kindness and the help she gave me once when I needed her. May God give strength to those she has left behind. Larry, Barbara, and Jeff Jeffers

George Watkins

June 27, 2010

My heart goes out to all the family.
Just remember, God makes no mistakes.
Betty be strong.
Love, George and Bettye Watkins

June 19, 2010

I was sorry to hear about Daune's death. She was as sweet as she was beautiful, she will be missed. Jerry Oates, Savannah, Georgia

Craig and Julie Schwienebart

June 18, 2010

Dear Gene and Ian,
We are so sorry for your loss. Daune was always the sweetest most loving person and she and Gene were always a great example of a loving marriage. We made a donation to your hospice because we know how hard they work and how much of a comfort they are in difficult times. Just know we love you guys and we are thinking of you in this most difficult time. Sincerely Craig and Julie Schwienebart

Angela Johnston Patrick

June 18, 2010

Gene - I was so sad & sorry to hear that Duane had passed away. She was a beautiful lady. I remember a trip to Panama City & she & I laughed the entire time...(you driving a school bus back to Columbus). I know you will miss her and my prayers are with you and your son.

Sunny Kent-Rinker

June 17, 2010

My sister, Tricia Wier and I are praying for you, Gene, your son and other family members.

Kay Churchwell

June 17, 2010

Gene and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Churchwell Family.

Wanda Harding

June 17, 2010

My prayers are with you both in this sad time. I was a classmate of Daune at JVHS. She was a sweet and beautiful person and she will be missed.

George & Markie Gainer

June 16, 2010

Dear Gene and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Daune. Our prayers are with you.

With heartfelt sympathy,
George & Markie Gainer

June 16, 2010

Thinking of you and your family at this time. Daune and I were friends in high school. Sad to hear of your loss.
Jim and Charlene Gause

Hugh Summers

June 16, 2010

My prayer is for the Lord to uplift and succor all those who mourn the passing of Daune, especially her family, from this life to the life she will spend forever with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I have not seen Daune for 45 years or so but I will never forget her kindness and warmth. Rev. & Mrs. Hugh Summers

Marianne VanHouten

June 16, 2010

My prayers are with you at this time. May the Lord bless you and ease the pain of your loss.

Faye & Fletcher Helms

June 16, 2010

Dear Gene & Ian, our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you both. Such a beautiful photo of Daune and she was just as beautiful in her spirit. May God's grace bring you comfort at this time.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Faye & Flecher Helms

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