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2016
Melba Myrtice Thompson, 91, went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2016. She was born on June 2, 1925 to the late Weldon E. and Myrtle L. Hawkins. She is preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Alfred Thompson and daughter, Faye Carlson. Melba is survived by her daughters, Melba Jean Helveston, Pam Brown, and Joy Thompson; her son in law, Gary Brown; 16 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren and many special nieces and nephews; her brother, Kenneth Hawkins; her sister, Evelyn Berry. Heaven has received the "Sweetest Angel Ever." She will be deeply missed, never forgotten and always loved.
There will be a graveside service at Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park, 12777 State Rd. 82, Fort Myers, FL 33913 on October 29, 2016 at 10am. Immediately following the service will be a reception at The Caloosahatchee Regional Park, 19130 N. River Road, Alva, FL 33920.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Melba's honor to Development Department, Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Cir, Ft Myers, FL 33908. Info 239-334-4880.
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October 27, 2016
Joy Thompson
Mama, I may not have been the most perfect daughter, and definately have made some bad choices in my life, but, you never gave up on me as others did, and have. You always stood beside me, and never stopped loving me... & I thank you, You were my Earth Angel, and now you're with Daddy again, shining down on and watching over me as two of God's beautiful Heavenly Angels. I miss you both terribly, but I am so happy that I was able to spend so much time with you these past several years, and especially your last night here on earth. I cherish those moments with all my heart, hearing you tell me you loved me just before you walked away into God's loving hands is something that will forever be the forefront of my most precious memories with you. I LOVE YOU TOO MAMA!!! Your Babygirl, Joy Ann
October 19, 2016
Beverly Bannister Walker
So sadden to see the passing of your loved one, Melba. Have spent many times visiting at her home many years ago and always had a great visit..I pray all of her remaining family will feel GOD's love and comfort in the healing of their hearts...
October 19, 2016
Christy Benton
Scott and I are so sorry for your families loss! Aunt Melba was a special person to us both! We're gonna miss her smiling face and her guava jelly! Love you all!
October 13, 2016
Deedra Thompson
October 10, 2016
John Flint
If you were lucky enough to have spent Easter Sunday at the fire tower with Aunt Melba & Uncle Ray then you have a childhood memory that will last for forever.
October 7, 2016
Steffanie ,Ab,Chandler, and Ashton Strickland
Grandma,I loved coming to visit you often as a child.You saying "Come give your old grandma a hug "always was wonderful.You always made me my favorites to eat.I loved hearing you talk.You always made me feel loved.I loved you very much.Sis
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29
10:00 a.m.
Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park12777 State Road 82, Fort Myers, FL 33913
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