29, Los Angeles, CA 90017 or online via PayPal at http://bit.ly/ifAqKx, To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our, Share to let others add their own memories and condolences. Survivors: Son, Christopher D. and wife, Donna, of New Tripoli; daughters, Beverly M., wife of Henry Weaver, of New Tripoli and Deborah A. Wilson, wife of Alan Yen, of Coopersburg; sisters, Evelyn Seavert and Mary Anne Tillman of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Benjamin, Jonathan, and Amanda Gruber, Megan Wilson, Alta and Rita Yen; seven great-grandchildren; niece; and nephews. She is survived by many loving cousins, nieces, nephews, as well as other relatives and friends. Melba Wilson was a great lady, with a beautiful smile and a wonderful laugh. 28, 2011. WILSON, MELBA R. Melba Rosalyn Wilson passed away at the age of 93 on Apr. Born in St. Louis County, MO, she was a daughter of the late E. Oscar and Clara (Dieckmann) Rosenkoetter. In lieu of flowers the family request that bibles be purchased through the Gideons at www.sendtheword.org or by calling 615-564-5000 Active Pallbearers will be Ricky Odom, Carl Wegert, Frank Howery, Mike Walker, Gary Ballinger, and Lewis Howery. Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., New Tripoli. Services: Private services. She left home to work as a nanny in order to attend both high school and business school.

Whether it was her health, civil rights advocacy, or teaching, Melba was a life-long pioneer with first-hand knowledge of the great rewards that come from true perseverance.
It seemed that everything within me rebelled suddenly against such inhuman treatment.

Melba spent the majority of her career in Los Angeles Unified School District where she taught special education and touched the lives of all she met. To sign Sister Wilson’s online guest book, please visit .www.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com, Founded in 2012, our goal is to bring you the latest news with a focus on Poteau, LeFlore County and Southeast Oklahoma. Melba graduated from Ohio State University as an active and life-long member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and The Chums, Inc. Melba also spent time living in New Haven, CT, Columbus, OH, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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Send your deepest condolences with fresh flowers. Viewing will be 1pm-7pm Monday with family visiting with friends from 5pm-7pm at the funeral home. She was predeceased by a brother; and sister. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. 28, 2011. Born in Danville, VA on Dec. 17, 1917, Melba was the youngest child of Ethel C. Wilson and James. I will always remember her laugh and smile.....your neighbor and friend, To Melbas family, sorry for your loss of this wonderful woman who I got to know and take care of her at the manor I'm really going to miss this awesome sweet woman my heart goes out to yous god bless, Keller Funeral Homes, Inc. - New Tripoli, 6776 Madison Street, Po Box 75, New Tripoli.

She was an outstanding cook, everyone in Spiro loved her coconut and chocolate pies. Published in Los Angeles Times from May 3 to May 4, 2011. R. Wilson. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, www.stjude.org or Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, www.guidedog.org. WILSON, Melba Rosalyn Passed away at the age of 93 on Apr. She was a church secretary and Sunday school teacher for over 60 years. August 20, 1939 – March 12, 2020 Melba Jean Cooper Wilson was born August 20, 1939 in Many, Louisiana, her parents were Lillian Rains Cooper and Joseph Floyd Cooper.

While working as a secretary during WWII, she met Doug at a USO breakfast.

Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. WILSON, Melba Rosalyn Passed away at the age of 93 on Apr. She would give to others before taking for herself. She went to be with her Lord Thursday, Melba was born on June 20, 1936 in Bowie County, Texas to Myrtis May and Marion William Askew. Melba served for years in a war production factory before entering the workforce as a teacher. Born in Danville, VA on Dec. 17, 1917, Melba was the youngest child of Ethel C. Wilson and James R. Wilson. Melba once wrote, "I could not make myself move. She volunteered often (4H, Scouts, Red Cross), was a great listener, and had a wonderful smile. Melba Wilson was born on May 18, 1927 in Spiro, Oklahoma to Benjamin Reese and Annie (Dees) Carter and passed away on December 28, 2019 in Spiro, Oklahoma at the age of 92. Melba was a warm and loving presence in my childhood, and a dear friend of my mother, Emily Jean Poust. Due to lack of room and overcrowding Sister Wilson’s funeral service will held at Victory Worship Center in Spiro, Oklahoma at 11:00am on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 with burial to follow at United States National Cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home. Melba Fay Wilson, 81, of Arlington, Texas passed away on March 15, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. Interment Jacobs Union Cemetery, Jacksonville. FREE. June 24, 2013 | Guildford, Surrey, England.

Funeral Home Services for Melba are being provided by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc. - New Tripoli. Melba was married to the love of her life, William "Bub" Reginald Wilson, for 69 wonderful years. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com. She was a delight to my family and I have many fond memories of her when we lived n Lynnville. Melba also found joy in participating in the organ club. Chris, Bev and Deb, It is with sadness I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your families.Your MOM was a great lady and had an impact on my life growing up in Lynville.

She will always be remembered as a loving mother and friend to all that knew and loved her. It was sad to read about your Mother's passing. My deepest condolences.

Sister Wilson is survived by her husband OM Wilson, daughter, Regina Eoff and husband Earnest Toad; granddaughters, Shannon Harrison, Vicki Odom; great grandsons, Ty Harrison, Brooks Harrison; great granddaughter, Dustie Cheyanne Cummings; sister, Doris Davis; brothers, Gilbert Carter, Harold Carter and wife Loretta; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and loved ones. Bub and Melba lived in L.A. for decades where they enjoyed square dancing and a flourishing community of friends, often hosting gatherings in their Baldwin Hills home. She was a best friend to my Mother, as well. She is survived by husband, Clarence P. Wilson; daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Al Locker, Jr. of Willis, TX; She was preceded in death by her parents; Ben and Annie Carter, sister, Sondra Strickland, and brother, Sam Carter. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Los Angeles Unified School District Beyond the Bell Branch (payable to: "Auxiliary Services Trust Fund"), 335 S. Beaudry Ave., Fl.

Melba was arrested for her harrowing actions, fined $24.95, and will be forever remembered as a woman who stood up for equality, principles of human decency, and the rights of all. My thoughts go out to Melba's children and their families in this difficult time. She was a giving person taking many cakes and pies to anyone sick or in need. 28, 2011.

My thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you. As far back as I can remember, I have resented segregation, jimcrow and prejudice." Share Melba's life story with friends and family. Born in Danville, VA on Dec. 17, 1917, Melba was the youngest child of Ethel C. Wilson and James R. Wilson.


Prior to L.A., Melba spent time teaching in Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona schools, some of which were still segregated at that time. Melba Wilson passed away in New Tripoli, Pennsylvania. Please allow 24 hours for your entry to be reviewed for appropriate content. So Much More than News - News as it Happens 24/7! Melba Wilson was born on May 18, 1927 in Spiro, Oklahoma to Benjamin Reese and Annie (Dees) Carter and passed away on December 28, 2019 in Spiro, Oklahoma at the age of 92. Melba was married to She was the widow of Douglas B. Wilson. Sister Melba pastored, with her husband, at Southside House of Worship in Spiro for over 14 years. Get email updates about Melba Wilson delivered directly to your inbox. In June, 1943, Melba challenged undemocratic southern law when she refused to take a back seat on a Danville, Virginia bus.

Melba E. Wilson Melba E. Wilson, 92, most recently of New Tripoli, passed away June 16, 2013 at Fellowship Manor. Melba was the last to pass of her siblings (James R. Wilson, DB Wilson, and St. Clair Wilson).