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In Loving Memory of

Erwin Melton

December 10th, 2019

Obituary

Erwin Melton, age 99, beloved husband of the late Sylvia "Billie" Melton (nee Heiser), happily married for 68 years; loving father of Roger (Beverley) Melton and Susan (Alan) Sebulsky; cherished Poppa of Allison (AJ) Colbert, David Sebulsky and the late blessed Sarah Sebulsky; preceded in death by his brother Martin (Phyllis) Melton; treasured uncle to nine nieces and nephews; a special thank you to Barbara Gebela and Rosaly Martinez for their care and dedication. Born and raised in Columbus, OH, Erwin and his family later settled in Detroit, MI where he was the founder of Quality Pipe Products. Erwin was a proud WWII veteran, having served in the Army Air Corps. Chapel service Mon, Dec 16, 3:00 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Rd., Arlington Heights. Interment at Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, Erwin wanted donations to go to the Sarah Sebulsky Foundation which supports children's charities in the memory of his beloved granddaughter. For information and condolences: 847-255-3520 or www.shalom2.com.

Memorial Events

Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Monday 12/16/2019 at 03:00 PM

Address Shalom Memorial Funeral Home
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Interment

Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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