Lorene M Melton

Lorene M. Melton of Newcastle, OK passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Southridge Place in Oklahoma City at the age of 96. She was born April 1, 1927 in Long Creek, AR to Joel Sherman and Polly Harness Marshall. Lorene was an active member of New Heights Baptist Church, and in her younger years served there as a children’s Sunday school teacher. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, OU football, and fellowship with friends at her church. But she mostly enjoyed spending time with her family, and especially looked forward to seeing her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Until recent years, she would regularly cook lunch for her family every Saturday, which they affectionately labeled “Bean Day.”

Lorene attended Cosmetology School but choose to be a homemaker and take care of the family she adored. After her children were grown she worked at the school in her church cafeteria for a time. Lorene reflected the image of her Savior with her serving spirit. She always put others first. She possessed a sweet spirit and a memorable laugh, and delighted those around her with her funny expressions and stories.

Lorene was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 63 years, James Cruz Melton. She is survived by her daughter, Beth Graham and husband, Ron of OKC, son, Joel C Melton and wife, Camille of Newcastle, 3 grandchildren, Jacob Melton and wife Caity of Noble, Benjamin Melton and wife Caitlyn, of Mustang, Hannah Melton and husband Zach Simmons of Yukon, 3 great grandchildren, Ellie, Jayne and Adaline as well as many other relatives and friends.

Viewing for Lorene will be held on Tuesday, September 5th, from 5pm to 7pm, followed by services at noon on Wednesday, September 6th, at Advantage South Chapel Funeral located at 7720 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73159.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.AdvantageSouth.com for the Melton family.