Melda Elaine Tanner Obituary (1937 - 2017)

Melda Elaine Martell Tanner July 6, 1937 ~ June 25, 2017 Melda Elaine Martell Tanner, age 79, passed away Sunday morning, June 25, 2017. Melda was born on July, 6, 1937, in Spanish Fork Utah, an only child to William Aurthur Martell and May Reynolds. Melda married Karl Tanner on October 6, 1956, and was later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Melda has been active in the LDS church, serving in numerous callings. Melda was also active in "Utah Daughters of Pioneers," organizing numerous fund raisers and events. Melda has nine children, 37 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Karl Tanner; her sons: Jon Tanner, Marty Tanner (Sheri), Steve Tanner (Erlene), Danny Tanner (Alisa), Brian Tanner, Gary Tanner (Wendi) and Tom Tanner (Kim); and her daughters: Cindy Hamilton (Rob) and Cathy Moon (Daren); and her beloved dog, Outlaw. A viewing service will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at the Roy 16 Ward church house, 4524 S. 2525 West, Roy, Utah. Followed by a graveside service at 11:30 a.m. at the Roy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) at www.JDRF.com VisitationRoy 16th Ward 4524 South 2525 West Roy, UT 84067 June 28, 2017 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM BurialRoy City Cemetery 5200 South 2300 West Roy, UT 84067 June 28, 2017 11:30 AM ServiceRoy City Cemetery 5200 South 2300 West Roy, UT 84067 June 28, 2017 11:30 AM