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Melanie Zueger Obituary

Melanie S. Zueger - SAVANNAH - Melanie Senn Zueger, 48, of Savannah, Georgia, wife of Kenneth George Zueger, died Friday morning, July 24, 2009, at Candler Hospital. Born in Newberry, South Carolina, she was a daughter of Frank Forrest Senn and Mary Alice Gruber Senn. Melanie was a member of Smyrna Presbyterian Church in Newberry. She was a graduate of Bismarck Junior College with a degree in computer science and the Medical University of South Carolina School of Medicine with a degree in occupational therapy. Melanie was a licensed and registered occupational therapist in Georgia and South Carolina and was currently with Heritage Park of Savannah. Surviving are her husband of 30 years, Kenneth George Zueger of Savannah, Georgia, her parents, Frank and Mary Alice Senn of Newberry, South Carolina; her step-son, Nick Zueger and his wife, Jill, of Columbia, South Carolina; two step-grandchildren, Will and Caroline, and her two dogs whom she dearly loved, Kilo and Zulu. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock Sunday evening at Gamble Funeral Service, 410 Stephenson Avenue. The family will receive friends from 12 until 1 o'clock Monday in Smyrna Presbyterian Church, Newberry. The funeral service will be held at 1 o'clock Monday afternoon in Smyrna Presbyterian Church conducted by The Reverend Scott E. Hill. Interment will be in Smyrna Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Remembrances: The Humane Society of Chatham-Savannah, Inc. - 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah, Georgia 31406-3922. Please share your thoughts about Melanie and her life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com Savannah Morning News July 26, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Jul. 25 to Jul. 27, 2009.

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August 23, 2009

Ken, Some time has passed now but I wanted to let you know that I think of my friendship with Melanie every single day. Her heart was so huge, she wanted to help everyone, the Good Lord knows that she helped me several times and I wanted to say call me anytime if you want to. Melanie will always be in many peoples' hearts. Sincerely, Susan Kempf

August 11, 2009

Kenny-we are so sorry to read about the loss of Melanie in the Bismarck Tribune today. I know we have lost contact over the years but we still think of both of you with such fond memories. She was one of the sweetest friends you could ask for. Please look us up in Driscoll if you are ever back in ND.Brenda and Dennis Tetzloff

Terry Harley

July 27, 2009

My heart goes out to Kenny. Melanie was a very precious person. I enjoyed talking with her. She will be missed by so many. Terry Harley

Angee Grier

July 27, 2009

My deepest sympathies. Melanie was a beautiful person and will be missed by all that knew her.

Melissa Adams

July 26, 2009

I am sorry for your lost. She's a good woman. Donna Maxey daughter

Jennifer Deuster

July 26, 2009

Melanie touched the hearts of many and will be missed by all. I will always treasure the precious memories of my buddy.

July 26, 2009

ken, my prayers go out to you and your family.melanie will always remain one of the nicer people i've met and i'll remember her pleasant and easy going attitude toward life and her friends.linda cormier

July 26, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mike and Terri Fleming

July 25, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I use to teach Melanie in Sunday School at Smyrna. I know she will be missed very much. You are in my thoughts and prayers,

June Nelson
1955 Smith Rd.
Newberry, SC 29108

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