Melanie Mae Ford Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Melanie Mae Ford of Dover, Pennsylvania. Melanie, born on February 25, 1972, passed away on September 30, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Melanie for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Melanie’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy Swope and Margret Swope. She is survived by: her children, Demi Gilbert, Dayton Ford (Runa) and Kya Ford; her grandchildren, David Heckert, Lydia Williams and Damian Ford; and her siblings, Tracey Swope (Gina) and Trevor.