Mary (Kleikamp) Melton, age 45, of Escanaba, passed away November 12, 2006 with her loving family at her side.

Mary was born February 27, 1961, in Escanaba, the daughter of Edward and Joan (Lyons) Kleikamp.  She was raised in Escanaba and attended the Escanaba School class of 1979.  Mary was employed for many years at K-Mart and Budget Dollar.  She enjoyed fishing, gardening, bingo and treasure hunting.  Spending time with her children and grandchild was always very special to Mary.  Mary was a very giving, pleasant person and was loved by all who knew her.  She enjoyed helping those in need. 

In addition to her life partner, Jeffery Allen Branstrom and her father, Edward (Frances) Kleikamp, Mary is survived by:

1 Son:  Bradley Melton

1 Daughter:  Amanda Melton

3 Brothers:  Daniel (Gay) Kleikamp; Steven (Barbara) Kleikamp; Wayne (Kathy) Kleikamp

2 Sisters:  Jean (Bill) Horgan; Sally (Tom) Pepin

Also surviving is Mary’s granddaughter, Jazmin Gobert and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and very special friends. 

Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Joan (Lyons) Kleikamp in 1975. 

Funeral services celebrating the life of Mary (Kleikamp) Melton will be held on Wednesday November 22, 2006, at 11:00AM, at St. Thomas Church with Fr. Rick Courier officiating.  Visitation/luncheon will follow funeral services at St. Thomas Church Parish Hall.  Committal will follow at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery located in Escanaba.  The Skradski-Boyce Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Melton family with arrangements.