Melba J. McDowell Obituary
We bid farewell to Melba J. McDowell (Independence, Missouri), born in Boone, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 26, 2025 at the age of 83. Melba touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melba J. McDowell to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Paul and Alice Winans (Allen); and her siblings, Paul, Philip and Dawn (Jim Dringenberg).
She is survived by: her daughters, Stacey Dietiker (Kevin) and Darcey McAllister (Lon); her grandchildren, Kendra Harris (Neil), Bailey McAllister, Jim Rowland, Dylan McAllister, Cheyenne Messer, Nick Flynn, Ashley Dietiker, Aimee Murphy (Ty), Jesci McAllister, Jaxon Clay and Krysta Tate (Darien); her sister Leta VunCannon (Carl); and her sister-in-law Gwen Winans. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 3rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Royer's New Salem Funeral Home (1823 N Blue Mills Rd, Independence, MO 64058). A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 3rd 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
