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Judith Melvan Obituary

Melvan, Judith A.

Judith A. Melvan (nee Becker), age 81, of Oak Forest, passed away June 28, 2021. Beloved wife of the late George M. Melvan, Sr. Loving mother of Cynthia (George) Bailey, George (Dena) Melvan, Jr., and Jack Melvan. Dearest grandmother of Adam, Angela, Paul, Nicole, Sarah, Ryan, George, Lauren, Budd, Amy, Roo, Rebecca, and J.T. Cherished great-grandmother of Shayne, Jackson, Lili, Cullen, Trent, Aiden, Mae, Lea, Wyatt, Olive, and Judah. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Dear sister of Mary (Dennis) Sulkus and the late Robert Becker. Dearest daughter of the late Frank "Budd" and Caroline Becker. Judith lived a life lead by love and laughter. She cultivated a world from within that was beautiful and unique. Her generosity and love was felt by all that knew her, it was genuine and pure. Judith's love and life revolved around her family. The innocence, wonder, and curiosity of her great-grandbabies brought her immeasurable joy and happiness. Judith loved her gardens, trinkets and treasures, thrift stores, garage sales, and the view of her birds from her kitchen window. She will be dearly and forever missed. Funeral Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation is Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For information: 708-687-2990

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 4, 2021.

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Jennifer Swanberg

July 7, 2021

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for you all at this time.

Ann (Ron) Gillio

July 6, 2021

Fond memories Judy n George over the years watching Fireworks on the 4th when my kids where little. Ron 10-25-2020 Judy n George talkin about Union Carbide days with Ron . May all 3 of them Rest In Peace. Judy was such a friendly person!!
Sorry for your loss.
Ann Gillio Hobart,IN

Donna Hennelly

July 4, 2021

So sorry for your loss

Cori Speir (Thorne)

July 3, 2021

My Condolences and Prayers She Was A Special Lady

Barbara Melvan

July 2, 2021

So many wonderful memories over our more than 60 years !You wil be so missed and are so loved .

Yolanda Tarczon

July 2, 2021

My condolences to your entire Family. I met her years ago and she was a wonderful, funny and welcoming person. May she RIP. May you always cherish the memories you all had with her!

Pam See

July 2, 2021

I will surely miss my little Angel on earth ! Love you always ! Thanks for the love and being you ! Until we meet again .

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