Brett A. Melton

1959 - 2024

Brett A. Melton
Born: May 9, 1959 in Sterling, IL
Died: March 6, 2024 in Unionville, MO
Brett Alan Melton, 64, of Sterling, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 6, 2024 in Unionville, Missouri.
He was born on May 9, 1959 in Sterling to Jack and Joanne (Sippel) Melton. Brett was a graduate of Prophetstown High School in 1977. He married Karen Smith in Sterling, Illinois on February 23, 1985.
He is survived by his lovely wife, Karen; his children Amber (Bo) Crawford and Garett (Sabrina) Melton; his grandchildren Jolynn and Callie Crawford; his brother, Randy Melton; and "man's best friend", Jackson. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Ronetta Smith, sister-in-laws Sharon (William) Brauer and Teresa Smith, best friends Steve "Dilly" and Deb Dillabough, and numerous cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother Jack, brother-in-law Mark Smith, and father-in-law Donald Smith.
Brett was employed as a correctional officer and later a maintenance craftsman for the State of Illinois at Dixon and Thompson Correctional Center for twenty-five years where he retired from. Brett had a deep love of the outdoors and adventure, especially for fishing, hunting, camping, and scuba diving. Brett was a devoted father and husband, teaching his kids about the great outdoors, and was a passionate wrestling coach for his son and many others. Brett had a major impact on the wrestling community. After retiring in 2010, Brett and his lovely wife enjoyed their time travelling and wintering in Louisiana with family. Being Papa to his two granddaughters was one of the greatest joys of his life. Brett's love for the great outdoors will always be remembered and cherished by those who knew him.
Visitation will be from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the McDonald Funeral Home in Prophetstown. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM with Pastor Dr. Scott Porter officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to Hospice of Northeast Missouri.
Online condolences may be sent to www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com