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LeAnn Ruth Melvin
09/13/1960 — 10/29/2014
From Kennewick, WA | Born in Greenville, SC
LeAnn Ruth Melvin
LeAnn Ruth Melvin of Kennewick, WA passed away in her home on October
29, 2014. She was 54 years old. LeAnn was born in Greenville, South
Carolina on September 13th, 1960 to Dixie Hays and Nyle Jackson. She
attended college at the University of South Carolina and earned her
degree in Microbiology. LeAnn took pride in her work as a Clinical
Microbiologist at Tri-Cities Laboratory. In her spare time, LeAnn
enjoyed reading, watching movies, and spending time with her fiancé and
family. She had a passion for travel, and was a fantastic story teller.
LeAnn is survived by her fiancé Terry Chick; sons Maxwell (and
Lindsey) Melvin and Alexander Melvin; grandchildren Tyler, Ethan, and
Avery (Maxwell) Melvin; mother Dixie Hays; father, Nyle (and Jean)
Jackson; sister Dana (and Robert) Parks. She is preceded in death by
her grandparents.
LeAnn's vibrant life will be celebrated at
Events at Sunset in Richland on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 3 PM. An
off-site family and friend's reception will follow.
We never meet LeAnn or her family. I,m sure we missed knowing a wonderful Lady. Our ties with the family are thru Dixie, LeAnn’s Mom, who married my brother, Ray. Dixie & Ray were always talking about LeAnn, what a go getter she was & what a sweet family she had & how much they loved them all!
From our own experience, when we lose someone in our family, that person has gone on to be with the Good Lord, but they aren’t forgotten & will live in our hearts forever. That is the case for LeAnn, I’m sure!
So to Dixie, Ray & all the family, Janice & I want to say May the Good Lord Bless & keep uall & to know that Jesus LOVES you & so do we!!
We never meet LeAnn or her family. I,m sure we missed knowing a wonderful Lady. Our ties with the family are thru Dixie, LeAnn’s Mom, who married my brother, Ray. Dixie & Ray were always talking about LeAnn, what a go getter she was & what a sweet family she had & how much they loved them all!
From our own experience, when we lose someone in our family, that person has gone on to be with the Good Lord, but they aren’t forgotten & will live in our hearts forever. That is the case for LeAnn, I’m sure!
So to Dixie, Ray & all the family, Janice & I want to say May the Good Lord Bless & keep uall & to know that Jesus LOVES you & so do we!!
Your dancing friends are going to miss you………..we’re always going to be looking at that corner on the floor where you liked to dance……such a sweet smile….Rest in peace dear LeAnn.
Some people pass through our lives with barely a ripple, while others set off a tidal wave of joy just being with them. LeAnn was definitely a tidal wave-type girl the way she could light up the Branding Iron on a Thursday night just by walking in, flashing her radiant smile, and loving every step of the dance in her favorite front row corner. She will be greatly missed.
My favorite memory of her was when she would bring her little old cat in to get his hips adjusted by the chiropractor. She also always made wonderful smoked salmon dip and the very best scones. So sorry for your loss, you will be in our prayers.
I will miss you my friend. Your beautiful smile and loving heart will always be remembered.
LeAnn was a talented line dancer and came to dance with us every Thursday night in Kennewick. She learned the dances quickly, had a great sense of humor and a beautiful smile. She will be missed by all her dancing friends.
LeAnn’s legacy as a microbiologist lives on in the medical laboratory science students that she trained. Her hard work will always be remembered and cherished by her students.
Dana, We are so sorry for your loss. We can only imagine your feelings and thoughts now. Please know that you and yours are in our prayers as you travel this path not of your choosing.
Max & Alex, John passed away in July. We had such wonderful memories of your mother and you, Max, when you were just a little tot. God be with you, Jeannine Ogdan
LeAnn I’m gonna miss you so much , your laugh, your humor and our talks. You were so loving and sweet. Terry we love you too, you are in our hearts and prayers!
Sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and family
She was a wonderful woman who I will miss greatly. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.
LeAnn I’m going to miss you so much, you were so classy but could also let your hair down and get all comfy on your jammy day. You always blushed at my dirty jokes but always wanted to hear more. My partner in crime I will love you forever and ever.
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LeAnn Ruth Melvin