Melba R. Hamlen Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Melba R. Hamlen (Rochelle, Georgia), who passed away on March 13, 2026 at the age of 94. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melba R. Hamlen to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid adieu to Melba's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Melba has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Grady S. Rhodes and Irene Elizabeth Powers Rhodes; her husband G. Frank Hamlen; and her siblings, James G. Rhodes, Vivian Bloodworth and Lillian Royals.
She is survived by: her niece Beth Icard (Joel); and her nephews, Vic Rhodes (Glee), Charles Bloodworth (Stephanie) and Kyle Bloodworth (Sylvia).
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Morningside Cemetery Trust, P.O. Box 156 Rochelle, Ga. 31079.
