Melvin, Carolyn (Compton), of Marshfield, died Feb. 26, 20l0, at the age of 70 following a long illness. Beloved wife of Robert C. Melvin of Marshfield. Dear mother of Kathleen Nee of Caratunk, ME, Robert M. Melvin of Marshfield and Helen Bossie and her husband Tony of Whitman. Loving grandmother of Shannon Nee, Erica, Alex, Ariel and the late Melissa Bossie. Great grandmother of Anthony, Makayla and the late Autumn. Sister of Brenda Wilson of Nashville, TN and aunt of many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Mildred Gannon of Memphis, TN and Maurice Compton of Randolph, MA.
Carolyn was born in Nashville, TN. She graduated from Randolph High School in l957. She was a devoted wife, encouraging mother, and a very special grandmother and great grandmother. Her unique style created new traditions and preserved old ones that will be treasured for generations to come. Carol’s kitchen always the focal point of family and friends gatherings. She was an active member and past Matron of Order of Eastern Star, Rexhame Chapter. Grand Representative to NC. She was dedicated to the charities of the order. Her loyalty and passion were exemplary.
Visiting hours at the MacDonald Funeral Home, l755 Ocean St., rte. l39, Marshfield, Wednesday 3 to 7 p.m. An Eastern Star service will be at 6 p.m.
Funeral service will be on Thursday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
Interment in the Plainville Cemetery, Marshfield.
In lieu of flowers contributions in Carolyn’s memory may be made to Sowing Seeds, P.O. Box l00l, Marshfield, MA 02050 or New England Sinai Hospital, l50 York St., Stoughton, MA 02072 or the charity of your choice.