MELTON,
R. R.
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.