Frances Robbins Melvin
March 5, 1932 ~ May 20, 2021
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ROCKY MOUNT - Frances Robbins Melvin, age 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Born in Wilson County, NC on April 5, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Robbins and Gertie Edwards Robbins. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Louis Melvin; and 13 brothers and sisters.
Frances retired from Abbott Laboratories. She was a longtime member of Gospel Missionary Baptist Church where she graciously served in many functions. Frances was a very active and faithful servant who loved her family, her church family, and her many friends. She loved to travel and volunteered for many years with Meals on Wheels. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her, but her loving spirit will never be forgotten as she was everything to her family.
Frances is survived by her children, Stanley Gunter of Winston-Salem, Vickie DeSalsi (Peter) of Rocky Mount, Jackie Gunter of Raleigh, Von Lowe (Walker) of Knightdale, and Wendy Drake Hinson (Mark) of Red Oak; her grandchildren, Greg Pearson (Jennifer), Fallon Merry (Neal), Eric Walker (Jonni), Sarah Hinson, and Maggie Hinson; her great-grandchildren, Hayden Pearson and Etta Jack Merry; her sister-in-law, Ellen Robbins; and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Allen Mills officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Frances' caregivers, June Adkins and Catherine Coats and also to Nash UNC Health Care Systems Hospice & Palliative Care.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting the need for social distancing and wearing of masks due to health concerns faced around our nation at this time.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Frances' memory to Gospel Missionary Baptist Church, 8438 Town Creek Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Sunday 5/23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Sunday 5/23, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Allen Mills officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Sunday 5/23, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Allen Mills officiating.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Vickie & Family, Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Ms Frances was a wonderful woman and will be missed.
Wendy Bob and I are praying for you and your precious family. We are here for you whatever your needs and we love you
Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family. Frances was a beautiful and caring woman. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and in those who knew and loved her. May she rest, blessed and at peace.
She was one of a kind. Very special
I have many fond memories of Francis. I know she will be missed by family and friends.
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Vickie, I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. I will be praying for you.
To Vickie and family……..Thinking of you during this difficult time. I wish you whatever comforts you and brings peace to your hearts.
Von, I am so very sorry for your loss…I will miss the visits for sure…She is a very special lady that will be missed by all that knew her…I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers…I am here if you need anything…Love you
My condolences, to the whole family, praying for comfort in this difficult time.
Wendy I am so sorry. I spent many years with Frances traveling and breakfast every Monday. She was always positive and could make us laugh in a second. My prayers are with you and the whole family.
My thoughts and Prayers are with each and every one of you, as we all grew up together ❤ 🙏 Frances was one of the most funniest mom I ever had a chance to know 😂. She was a very special woman even in her later years. Prayers in the name of Jesus Christ 🙏 AMEN The Ford Family
To the family on your precious loss you have my deepest sympathy. Praying for strength today and in the coming days for you all. It’s never easy to say goodbye. Just know she’s in a better place and no more pain. She’s in the arms of her Father Jesus. ❤❤
In memory of Frances Robbins Melvin, Lynda Richardson lit a candle
To the family, sorry to hear about the passing of Francis. I used to work with her at Abbott Laboratories. She was always a delight, quick wit and had the Ability to make people laugh! Very sweet lady!