DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE INTERMENT WILL BE ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 AT 11:00AM.

Amelia Rena Melton, daughter of Lee Bert Melton and the late Rosa Ann Little Melton was born on July 12, 1973 in Chesterfield, S.C. She departed her earthly life on January 19, 2026 at the Presbyterian Hospital, Charlotte, N.C.

Amelia’s spiritual journey started at the West Rocky Ford Missionary Baptist Church where she served in various capacities. She later relocated to Durham, N.C. where she became a member of the World Overcomers Christian Church. During her time there she served as a Deacon along with other ministries.

She was a devoted daughter, big sister and aunt. She loved her family and was supportive of all their endeavors and achievements. She was an advocate for those facing kidney disease challenges by offering of her knowledge and support. She loved life and it was well lived as she took advantage of everyday God gave her.

She was a 1991 graduate of Anson Senior High School, Wadesboro, N.C. She was an employee of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina where she worked up until her death.

Amelia leaves to cherish her memories her dad, Lee Bert Melton (friend Annie Station) of Polkton, N.C., her brother, Maurice Melton of Polkton, N.C., her niece, Sha’Maria Melton of Charlotte, N.C. and goddaughter, Brandi Dykes of Raleigh, N.C. Aunts, Carretta Melton of Polkton, N.C. Machual Morrison of Monroe, N.C. and Emma Rowell (Steve) of Oxon Hill, Maryland. Uncles, John Huntley of Morven, N.C., Bruce Little of Polkton, N.C., Reginald Watson of Lilesville, N.C. and Luther Diggs of Greensboro, N.C. A host of cousins and friends.

The Homegoing Services HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED to Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina.