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R. R. Melton

Posted 2008-08-16 by Pat Wilson
The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona
January 2, 1988, p. C4

R. R. "Ray" Melton, of Litchfield Park, a retired Air Force colonel, died Dec. 30, 1987, in Chicago. He was born in Henderson, Kentucky, and was a World War II and Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Silver Star, Flying Cross and Purple Heart.

Survivors include his wife, Margaret; daughter, Diane; sons, Ronald and James; a brother; and five grandchildren.

Services at the Church of Litchfield Park, Litchfield Road and Fairway Drive. Menke Funeral Home made arrangements.




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