Melva was married to the late Paul E. Deitt.
Melva was a life-long member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church of West View, enjoyed teaching Sunday School, and was employed by the Federal Government during World War II in Washington D.C. for several years.
Melva is survived by her daughter Eileen Deitt, grandson Curtis Paul Bucher, nephew Paul Ross McKrell and nieces Rhonda Carlton and Kimberly Armel.
In addition to her husband and parents, Melva is preceded in death by her sister Lorene McKrell.
Visitation for Melva will be held on Tuesday from 6-8 and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 at H.P Brandt Funeral Home, 1032 Perry Highway. A Funeral Service will take place on Thursday at 10 AM at the funeral home. Reverend Kirk Bish will officiate. Interment will take place at Allegheny County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Melva's name to a donation of your choice.