Melba C. Smith

Melba was born August 2, 1921 in Madill, Oklahoma, to the late Arnold and Ruth (McKeehen) Campbell. Also preceding her in death are loving husband of 47 years, Richard Smith; son, Richard Smith; brother, Billy Campbell; sister, Bettye (nee Campbell) Lipman.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Linda (James) Leahy and Paul (Joan) Smith; grandchildren, Sara (Bill) Boyle, Richard (Sunny) Smith, Heather (Keith) Leahy-Mack, Chris Smith, Shannon Leahy, Laura (Ryan) Leahy-Burkekemper, Collin (Alyssa) Smith, and Allison Smith; many great grandchildren.

Melba was a bookkeeper for many years at St. Margaret Hospital in Hammond. She had retired and relocated to Tucson, Arizona, where she spent 30 plus years. She was a faithful and involved member of Saguaro Christian Church, in Tucson, where she enjoyed participating in a church quilting group, making quilts for newborns. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

Private family services will be conducted at a later date. Memorials may be given towards a hospice of your choice. To leave online condolences, please visit www.chapellawnfunerals.com