Melba Jean Dawson Obituary
The memory of Melba Jean Dawson of Washington, Indiana, who passed away on December 11, 2024 at the age of 77, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melba Jean Dawson to pay them a last tribute.
Though Melba Jean has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond Shepherd and Mary Shepherd (Allen); and her brother-in-law Ken Eide. She is survived by: her husband Bill Dawson; her son Tony Dawson (Michelle); her stepgrandsons, Spencer Hinkle and Vincent Hinkle (Meaghan); and her sisters, Rita Eide and Sheila Petty (Mark). She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation was held on Saturday, December 14th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Calendar Church of Christ (311 Hillside Dr, Washington, IN 47501). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, December 14th 2024 at 3:00 PM at the Church of Christ (311 Hillside Dr, Washington, IN 47501).
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Compassion International at compassioninternational.com or mailed to PO Box 65000 Colorado Springs, CO 80962.
