Melinda R Gaddy

Melinda “Randy” Gaddy of Raeford, NC, passed away peacefully at her home, after a courageous battle with cancer, on October 4, 2025. She was born on February 4, 1949, in Fayetteville, NC, and lived a life filled with love, laughter and devotion to her family and friends.

Randy is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Larry Gaddy; her sons, Tom Gaddy (Rachel) and Smith Gaddy (Amanda); and her daughter Katie Gaddy Adams (Gus). She was a proud grandmother to five granddaughters; Maura Beth, Maddie, Emma, Ruby and Caroline – and three great-grandchildren; Deklin, Elsie Ray, and Max – all of whom brought her endless joy.

Randy is also survived by her amazing mom, Ruby Howard Chandler; brother Del Eury, Jr; and sister Robin Coffman. She was preceded in death by her sister Coleen Simmons.

Randy will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering love and welcoming spirit to all that knew her. Besides their home in Raeford, Randy loved spending time at their homes in White Lake and Asheville. She was happiest when with family and friends, reading a good book, and sipping a glass of red wine, always with Larry by her side.

A Celebration of Life and visitation with family will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Raeford Presbyterian Church, 128 W. Edinborough Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in honor of Randy’s beloved rescue pup Archie, to the Hoke County Animal Shelter, P.O Box 728, Raeford, NC 28376.