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Cynthia Melton Obituary
MELTON, 78
Assembler
EATON PARK - Mrs. Cynthia M. "Cency" Melton, age 78, died of cancer Monday (Jan. 10, 2011).
Born in Higgins, N.C., on June 18, 1932, she came to Lakeland from there in 1935. She was an assembler for U.S. Gauge. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Eaton Park.
Mrs. Melton was preceded in death by her husband Earnest Junior Melton; brothers Wesley Higgins, Lester Higgins, Harry Higgins, Linville Leo Higgins. She is survived by her sons Linville Marvin Vann, Thomas Edward Vann, Jeff Stark, Jason Stark; daughters Milbria Prather, Sue Vann, Tracey Vann; brother Henry Higgins and wife Peggy; sisters Annie May and husband Herbi Henfler, Pansy and husband Doug Hall; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 15 at First Baptist Church, Eaton Park. Services will follow at noon at First Baptist Church. Interment will be in Oak Hill Burial Park.
Lanier Funeral Home.
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Debbie Roberts
January 7, 2020
I miss talking to that old woman, and I miss her sweet tea, She taught me how to make it just like her, but wished I was able to drink a glass of hers and talk about everything. One day Ill see you again in heaven!
carmela wilke
January 13, 2011
I had the pleasure of caring for Mrs. Melton at her doctors office. She was a very sweet lady and was always cracking jokes no matter how she was feeling. A great smile! She will be missed
Aloha Trent
January 13, 2011
I worked with Cynthia at Ametek for several years and she was a nice person to me.
I pray for her and her family and may she rest in peace.
Debbie Roberts
January 12, 2011
Milbria and Family, so sorry for your lost, I loved your mother dearly she had a sweet spirit bout her. I enjoyed working with her several years at Ametek and I am gonna miss my visits bringing her Avon and gossip every month. Debbie
Lori Hollingsworth
January 12, 2011
We will Miss her so Much! Mrs. Melton was a fun and beautiful person. Love Lori and the girls from the BB&T Edgewood Branch.
Selinda Gillihan
January 12, 2011
Dear Annie & Herbie,
Mike & I send you our deepest condolences regarding the recent loss of your sister and sister-in-law, Cynthia. As you know, she is now in heaven with our Lord God and reunited with Ernest; and Cynthia is no longer in pain. Both of you and your extended family members are in our thoughts and prayers especially throughout this very difficult time. Annie, although we're unable to attend your sister's service, we will be there with your family in spirit.
We're praying our Lord God will surround you with His love, and that His presence will fill you with peace. Although words cannot begin to ease the sorrow of your loss, please know that you are in the prayers of so many who care and love you.
Take care and God bless each of you
Love always. Your friends, Selinda & Mike Gillihan
Sherry Wetherington
January 12, 2011
Im so sorry about your loss I worked with Cynthia at Ametek for many of years she was a very sweet lady
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