Stephen Richard Melton

Stephen Richard Melton, 64, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend departed this world on February 25, 2014. A sixth generation Texan and lifelong resident of Dallas, Steve built friendships, worked hard, met and married Jean - his wife of 33 years, and raised their daughter Grace. He was overjoyed to be William’s Grandpa and very best buddy. His life, though far too short, was lived more fully than most could ever dream. From river trips to road trips to Friday night football games, he was always up for an adventure. He was happiest in the company of family and friends or telling stories around a campfire on the bank of the Brazos River. Steve is survived by his wife: Jean Melton, daughter and her husband: Grace and Marty Loggins of Leander and his grandson: William Loggins. He is also survived by his sisters: Carol Norris of Dallas, Elaine Melton of Dallas, and brother: Brian D. Melton of Chicago, extended family and countless friends. There will be a graveside service at Long Prairie Cemetery in Kerens, Texas at 11:30 A. M. on Saturday, March 1, 2014. At his request, there will be no visitation at the funeral home. Long Prairie Cemetery is located 5 miles south of Kerens, Texas. Take Hwy 31 from Corsicana, turn south on Hwy 309 (The Shell Station) for five miles. Turn right at the Green State Hwy Sign for Long Prairie Cemetery, go two blocks and you'll see the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials or donations be made in Steve’s name to Friends of the Brazos River (www.friendsofthebrazos.org) or the Perot Museum of Nature and Science (www.perotmuseum.org/giving/index.html). Please include the family's name so acknowledgements may be sent.