Martha M. "Marty" Melton's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Galesburg, Illinois

Martha M. "Marty" Melton

May 11, 1936 - January 3, 2026 (89 years old)

Galesburg, Illinois

Martha M. "Marty" Melton's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Galesburg, Illinois

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Martha M. "Marty" Melton

May 11, 1936 - January 3, 2026 (89 years old)

Galesburg, Illinois

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Martha M. Melton Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 3, 2026, at the age of 89, Martha M. Melton of Galesburg, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Martha leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Martha may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Friedrich "Carl" Ludwig and Mary Irene Guttman (Housh); and her husband John Louis Melton. She is survived by: her children, Anthony Markham (Amanda) of Asbury, Kim Melton of Galesburg, Tami Melton of Galesburg and Diane Markham of Moline, Illinois; Karline Bendixon (Dan) of Elgin, Illinois.. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren; nine great grandchildren.

Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at http://www.watsonthomas.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watson Thomas Funeral Home And Crematory



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