Melanie Dawn Atherton Obituary
The memory of Melanie Dawn Atherton of Wayne, Ohio, born in Millersburg, Ohio, who passed away on May 12, 2024 at the age of 26, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her mother Lucinda S. Duncan; her stepmother Jessica Atherton; her great-grandparents, Therman, Betty Jeandervine and Arvilla Swinehart; her aunt Mary Petroff; and her cousin Jasper Michael Atherton.
She is survived by: her father David L. Atherton (Miranda) of Killbuck; her siblings, Jasmine Wood, Christine Atherton, David Jr. Atherton and Isabella Atherton; her niece Willow; her grandparents, Kenneth Atherton Sr., Shirley Starnes, Willet and Kathy Rose; her aunts and uncles, Melinda "Aunt Melinders", June, Kenny, Kristi, William, Dawana, Geraldine, Allison and Eddie Sr.; and her cousin Tawnya.
Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to help defray cost.