Brenda Melvin Obituary
Brenda G Melvin, age 79 of Bucyrus, OH passed away October 6, 2025, at Bucyrus Hospital. She was born March 31, 1946, to the late Frank and Mildred (Ratliff) Sweeney in McCarr, Kentucky. Brenda was married for 44 years to Charles "Chuck" Melvin on July 22, 1982.
Brenda is survived by her husband and best friend Carol Trout. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Steven Cramer, sisters: Loretta Johnson and Julia Dicks, and brother Bobby Sweeney.
Brenda was a beautiful, friendly lady who enjoyed sewing and taking care of her house. She loved her two dogs: "Bucky" and "Bri".
Affordable Cremation Services of Ohio is assisting the family with arrangements.
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