Debby Melvin, age 72, of Madison passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at UH Geneva Medical Center. She was born on May 22, 1951, the daughter of Daniel K. and Jean F. (Lanning) Alexander Sr.
Debby was truly a person that put everyone first. She was a long time member of Chapel United Methodist Church. Following her retirement from Steris in the accounting department, she went on to volunteer for the Council on Aging, Madison Food Bank, Lake County Humane Society, and UH Geneva Hospital. Debby loved her cats but most of all enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her son, Ken (Kerri) Melvin; grandsons, Collin, Connor, Carson; brother, Daniel (Karen) Alexander Jr; nieces, Stephanie (Chris) Orgel, Hope (Ed) Conrad, Heather Alexander; beloved cats, Boo, Lucy and Journey.
She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Debby’s memory to Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Suite E, Mentor, OH 44060, or the Madison Food Bank, 1954 Hubbard Rd, Madison, OH 44057.
Friends will be received, from 10 to 12 noon, Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street in Madison. A memorial service will follow at Noon. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 120 Depot Street in Geneva on June 11th from 1-4 pm. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com