Melba Jean Richards

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Appalachian Funeral Services & Crematorium - Sylva

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June 5, 2025

Jun

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Appalachian Funeral Services

165 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779

Jun

Memorial service

4:00 p.m.

Appalachian Funeral Services

165 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779

Appalachian Funeral Services & Crematorium - Sylva

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June 5, 2025

Melba Richards Obituary

Melba Jean Richards, 92, of Cullowhee, went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2025.Born in Nashville, Tennessee on February 19, 1933, she later attended Ward-Belmont Preparatory School.She is preceded in death by her parents, Jennie Porter... Read Melba Richards's Obituary