Melba Jean Parker Anderson, a devoted woman of faith and family, transitioned from this life on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 2:15 p.m. at Courtland Terrace, Gastonia NC. Born on June 7, 1948, in Cleveland County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Hiawatha Parker and Mrs. Martha Duncan Parker.
Memorial Service on Saturday; April 25, 2026 at St. Stephens AME Zion Church, Gastonia at 1:30 with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m.
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So sorry to hear about Ms. Melba. You have our sympathy and continued prayers from my mother, Naomi, my grandmother Mary Frances and from me.
We are praying for the family.We had this saying we call each other sista sista she will be missed.
She was a staple in the Gaston County Missionary Baptist Association for years. I would enjoy her insights and words of wisdom. Sincere condolences to her family and friends.
I remember back in the days we all called her 10rh grader I was short as she was but we all lived on the same street north Marietta street I saw her at the rest home I was surprised but glad to see her and all the years I knew her I never saw a frown always smiling. Rest In Peace
I am sorry for your loss ya are in my prayers
My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Family of Sis. Melba Anderson. She is a cousin to my brothers Richard A. Davidson & Pastor, Jeffrey L. Davidson, Ret. Senior Chief USA, Navy. Grand sons of Alec & Cora Moses- Anderson, Sr. We lived in the same Community as Melba and used to see her getting her walking done. She would always wave to us or have something nice & encouraging to say. Another Sweet Soul gone to Glory! RIP amongst the Angels. Prayers & Peace to the Family.
Richard, Jeffrey, Beverly & Tammy (Shirley's Children)
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