Melonea Chavez Obituary
The passing of Melonea Chavez of Decatur, Alabama occurred on July 28, 2026. Melonea, born on August 28, 1963, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Melonea Chavez to show support.
Melonea touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Melonea’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Brock Austin and Laura Jean Poole Austin; and her siblings, Joseph F. Austin and Kathy Jean Austin Warren. She is survived by: her husband Ramon Chavez; her children, James Kenneth Harton, Joseph Harton and Ashley Mashburn (Joshua); and her siblings, John T. Austin, Vickie Austin and Angelia Kirkham.
