Wayne H. Mellinger
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Wayne H. Mellinger, 87, of Parkesburg, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Brandywine Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Barbara L. Mann Mellinger with whom he shared 65 years of marriage. Born in Kemblesville, PA, he was the son of the late Samuel and Josephine Powell Mellinger.
Wayne was an area resident all his life. He served in the US Army from 1948 to 1952. He was employed by the former Capitol Bakers in Westwood and the former Highland Dairy. For 42 years, he served as Superintendent of the Fairview Cemetery in Coatesville. He was proud of the relationships he developed with all he served in this capacity.
Wayne was a 50 year member of the Brandywine Goddard Masonic Lodge, a proud member of the Boy Scouts of America, former member of Rotary International and an active member of the Parkesburg Baptist Church where he served as Trustee and choir member.
Wayne enjoyed bowling and he played baseball and softball on several local teams and was known for his hitting prowess.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children; Sandy Finerfrock and husband Mike of Warsaw, VA, Steven Wayne Mellinger and wife Jennifer of Parkesburg, Debbie Clarke and husband Tim of Downingtown and David Mellinger of Essex, MD, six grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and three sisters; Hazel Townsend, Doris Meredith, and Ruth Johnson. He was preceded in death by six siblings; Betty Smith, Elsie Mellinger, Leroy, Donald, John and Robert Mellinger.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 11 AM at the Parkesburg Baptist Church, 103 West St., Parkesburg, PA 19365 followed by interment at the Glen Run Baptist Cemetery, Atglen, PA. Viewing will be held on Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 PM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA and also Thursday morning at the church from 10 - 11 AM. Masonic services will be performed at 7:45 PM Wednesday evening. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Parkesburg Baptist Church at the above address.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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Wayne Mellinger
Uncle Wayne was a great story teller. I loved hearing his stories about my dad and the other siblings. He was a charming guy and I have several wonderful memories of him from when I was young through recent years . Peace and prayers to Aunt Barb and family.
Love, Hugs, and Prayers to Barbara and all the family
My heart was saddened to hear about Mr. Mellinger. I loved his stories even though I didn't know half the people in them. If anyone could make you feel like one of the family when you stepped into the Mellinger home, it was Wayne and his loving wife. He will be missed by many I am sure and will always be a shining star in my memory. Love, Hugs, and Prayers for you Barbara and all the family including your special daughter Sandy.
Aunt Barb and family, I am so
Aunt Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of my favorite uncle. I never got to spend much time with him as I left the area about 55 years ago and never got to know his lovely family but always heard some nice things from my mother regarding them. Having been up there quite a bit this past year, Uncle Wayne and Aunt Barb made a point to take me to lunch and tour me around some of the places that he and my mother had lived. I am asking the Lord to Comfort and Embrass all of your during this time of loss. I just know that we will all see him again!
Love and prayers,
Many years ago I babysat for
Many years ago I babysat for the Mellinger children. What a lovely family. When my parents were buried at Fairview Wayne was there to make sure everything was done correctly. My deepest sympathy to his family..
Dear Sandy, Mrs. Mellinger
Dear Sandy, Mrs. Mellinger and all the family,
Our Jerusalem Baptist Church Family is sadden by your loss and we are lifting you up in our prayers.
May the God of all Comfort comfort you at this time.
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David and family, deepest condolences to all at this time. I know my parents always stopped to talk to your dad when at Fairview. As a caretaker, he was the best!