Melba Darlene Tanner
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Melba Darlene Tanner
Obituary
Melba Darlene Tanner, 74, of Apache Junction, Arizona; passed away on January 17, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Melba will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She worked many years as a finisher for Howmet. She was an avid cook and reader and loved to travel. She was preceded in death by both her parents, one brother, two sisters, and two step-daughters. Melba is survived by her husband Tom; her daughters Becky (David), Shawn (Kevin), and Tammy; 16 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. A small Memorial Service will be held in her honor on January 24, 2014 in Apache Junction. Another Memorial will be held in her honor this summer when she returns home to Michigan. In addition to flowers donations may be made in her name to the American Heart Association at the following web address: https://donate.heart.org/site/apps/ka/sd/donorcustom.asp?msource=2013DONOW2&array=ask40&c=fmJUKcOZJkI8G&b=8077571
18 responses to Melba Darlene Tanner
Barbara Berry says:
January 21, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Melba’s passing. Such a thoughtful, beautiful person. Prayers go out to you Tom and the family.
Lee and Leslie Fox says:
January 21, 2014
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family of Melba. May you gain strength from God through the coming days.
priscilla says:
January 22, 2014
Dear Tom & family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time, wishing you peace and comfort in the special memories.
Priscilla & Don Baxter
Patty Campbell says:
January 22, 2014
Tom and family – I was shocked and saddened to hear that you have lost your Melba. She was so kind and friendly to me – always! God bless you at this sad time. My church says it’s a celebration of her continuing life. It’s still hard. I will pray for you. Cousin Patty
Debra Prowant says:
January 22, 2014
Tom so sorry to hear about melba, I will keep you in my prayers. My she rest in peace .