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Melba Hyman Obituary
Melba was a devoted person to her family and friends known for her kindness, strength, and love. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025. The celebration will be held at Covenant Funeral Service, 1310 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554. Reflections begin at 11 a.m., followed by the celebration of life at 12 p.m. and she will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery in Fredericksburg, VA, following the celebration of life.
Online guest book is available at covenantfuneralservice.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Melba Hyman
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Linda Murray
September 18, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Will cherish her memories always. Her Sassyness and her love. She became my children´s adopted Grandmother, and always quick to take my husband side. Rest in sweet heavenly peace.
Leada Barksdale
September 18, 2025
My deepest condolences and prayers to the family
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Sep
19
Memorial Gathering
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Covenant Funeral Service - Stafford
1310 Courthouse Rd., Stafford, VA
Sep
19
Celebration of Life
12:00 a.m.
Covenant Funeral Service
1310 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA
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Covenant Funeral Service - Stafford1310 Courthouse Rd., Stafford, VA 22554
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