for 62 years. Loving mother of Michael Sowell (Annette), Lark Sowell (Tracie) and the late Dinah Sowell.
Grandmother of Pitrina, Michael, Amanda, Lark and Lauren. She is also survived by five great grandchildren.
Daughter of the late Charles R. and Myrtline Farmer. Sister of Charles Farmer, Jr., Alma Corona, the late Eunice
“Nunu” Treadaway and the late Malcolm C. Farmer. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Melba
will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home,
4747 Veterans Blvd in Metairie on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Visitation from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm, followed by
a memorial service at 4:00pm. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com. Donations
may be sent in lieu of flowers to the charity of your choice.
