Laverne Melkus's obituary , Passed away on August 30, 2020 in Lamar, Colorado

Laverne Melkus

October 1, 1925 - August 30, 2020 (94 years old)

Lamar, Colorado

Laverne Melkus's obituary , Passed away on August 30, 2020 in Lamar, Colorado

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Laverne Melkus

October 1, 1925 - August 30, 2020 (94 years old)

Lamar, Colorado

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Laverne Melkus Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Laverne Melkus of Lamar, Colorado, born in Holly, Colorado, who passed away at the age of 94, on August 30, 2020. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Harvey Gurley and Anna Gurley (Ewing); her husband Robert William Melkus; and her siblings, Bill, Emma and Ernest.

She is survived by : her children, Dean Melkus of Lamar and Carol Melkus of Lamar; her grandchild Kacee Williams (Dani) of Lamar; and her great grandchildren, Lawrence and Alaura Lucero. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family and a host of friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lamar Area Hospice either direct or in care of the funeral home office.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peacock Funeral Home



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Sep 08

Celebration of life

Fairmount Cemetery
224 Sage Dr, Lamar, CO 81052

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