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Barbara Melvin

January 7, 2017
Portage, MI

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Barbara Joe Melvin, age 71, of Portage, MI passed away on January 7, 2017 in Kalamazoo, MI. Barb was born September 29, 1945 in Allegan, MI and was the daughter of Philip and Lorna (Tremaine) Dunford. On October 3, 1962 she was united in marriage to Michael Guy Melvin, and they had resided in the Portage area for many years. She enjoyed cooking for family gatherings, gardening, taking care of her pool, and visiting all the area casinos. She also loved having fun with her Bunco Club and vacationing in Florida. Barb especially loved caring for her many poodles, but the most important part of her life was her family. She looked forward to watching her grandsons play hockey and watching her granddaughter perform in musicals and choir concerts. On November 1, 2008, she was preceded in death by her husband Michael. She was also preceded by her parents and her sister Judy Trimm. Surviving are two sons, Scott (Kim) Melvin and Shawn Melvin all of Portage; three grandchildren, Jake Melvin, Cody Melvin and Samantha Melvin; a sister Phyllis VanHoe and a brother Philip Dunford; nieces and nephews. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a Graveside Service will be conducted at 10:00AM on Monday, January 16th at Fort Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Rd. in Augusta. Following the committal service, a gathering for family and friends will be held at the Oshtemo Community Center, 6407 Parkview, Kalamazoo beginning at Noon. Those wishing to make a lasting gift in Barb's name are asked to remember West Michigan Cancer Center. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes