Melanie Sabha Banday died August 12, 2006 at St. John’s Hospital. She was preceded in death by her grandfather: Saleen Banday. She is survived by her parents: Dr. Aamir Banday, M.D. and Mrs. Marlene Banday of Springfield; one brother: Blakely Banday of Springfield; and grandparents: Bushra Banday of Springfield, and John and Norma Frey of Bartlett, IL. No services are planned. In lieu of flowers memorials contributions may be made to Children’s Miracle Network, P.O. Box 6070, Springfield, IL 62708-6070. The family of Melanie Sabha Banday is being served by Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.