September 11, 1947 ~ June 15, 2026 (age 78)
On June 15, 2026 the world lost a bright light. Melba Rodgers a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt and cherished friend, has passed away at the age of 78.
Born on September 11, 1947 in Langdale, Alabama to the late Charlie “Red” McCormick and Roma Lee McCormick.
Mrs. Rodgers is survived by her daughter Wendy Sides (Michael); 3 grandchildren: Lacis Roberson-Brown (Skye), Jake Sides (Ryanne), Morgan Johnston (Dustin); 4 great grandchildren: Stetson Sides, Lorelai Sides, Sawyer Johnston, and baby Sides due this December; sister-in-law Betty Glass; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Rodgers; sister Brenda Bleskoski; brother Brian McCormick; 2 sisters-in-law and 3 brothers-in-law.
A true matriarch at heart Melba was a woman of immense strength, grace, and compassion. She could light up a room with her laughter and calm a storm with her hug. Mrs. Rodgers was a hardworking lady who was still showing up every morning as she was the owner and operator of Circle “B” Mobile Home Park for over 35 years.
She loved her family and friends very much and was known as the “sunshine” of her family. She had a heart of gold and was a hugger to all that she met but more than anything she was a faithful servant of the Lord.
Friends, family and all those whose lives were touched by Mrs. Melba are invited to celebrate her life and say a final goodbye on June 18th with a visitation beginning at 2:00pm (CDT) and a service following at 3:00pm (CDT), at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Garden Hills Cemetery. Rev. Lynn McClain will officiate.
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