of Batesville, AR
November 20, 1928 - June 16, 2025
Alice Melby, 96, of Batesville passed away Monday, June 16, 2025.
She was born November 20, 1928 in Springdale, Arkansas to William and Edna Francis (Tillman) Hunt.
She was the commissioner of the Boy Scouts and was one of the oldest Scout leaders in the state. Alice loved her pets and had many over the years. She loved roses, laughing, and spending time with her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and making candy. Alice married the love of her life and spent 43 wonderful years together.
Survivors include her husband, David Paul Melby of the home; one son, David Hutchens of Batesville; three daughters, Carol Chandler of Winslow, Arkansas, Mary McLaughlin of Rosie, Arkansas, Cathy English of Batesville, Arkansas, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren with a host of extended family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, one son, Glenn Miller, and one daughter, Sharon Miller.
The family wishes to express appreciation and gratitude for the kindness, care, and love that her caregiver, Larry Stapleton, showed her.
Pallbearers are David Hutchens, Tyler McLaughlin, Bryan Drake, Jeremy Spohr, and Willie Baker.
Graveside services will be held Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am at Kyler Cemetery in Southside.
Visitation will be held at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home from 8:30am until 9:30am prior to the service.
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6 Condolence(s)
Tom Cadez
Thursday, June 19, 2025
I've had the pleasure of meeting Alice a few times at family events she had attended in California with her extended family and her nephew, Tracy Kelley!
You know that you are a special person when 20 years later, Tracy and I are still sharing special moments we all shared together!!! RIP, Aunt Alice!!!! Tom Cadez
JD And Lia Shivvers
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Fond memories of Grandma when living with her in sunny California as a young boy, will miss her as well of her kind heart and her cheerfulness.
Michelle Hutchens-Hankins
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
All of Alice’s family have my deepest condolences, I know that she will be missed.
Karen Woods
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
You were always my favorite Aunt. Love and miss you.
Lisa Smith
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Ms.Alice was one of a kind. She always made me feel at home. Sorry for your loss.
Judy Branscum
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Ms. Melby loved her family fiercely. Love to all, especially her grandchildren that I knew from Southside School. May God bless each and everyone of you. Judy