Melinda Ann Walters Van Horn came into this world May 17, 1949, daughter of Marge and Morey Walters in Hollywood, Calif. Melinda went to be with the Lord in one of his many rooms Aug. 10, 2022.
Melinda was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Joyce Lucas and Cynthia Sperry.
She leaves behind her husband of 53 years John E. Van Horn, son Jeffrey and wife Tamra, grandsons Gavin and Cameron, who were the love of her life and dog Lulu.
Melinda graduated from W.T. White High School in 1967 and attended Stephen F. Austin. She loved trips to Colorado and Cabo.
Melinda loved to cook and have the family over especially during the holidays. She spent her spare time volunteering with Loves Outreach and Mabank Area Good Samaritans (MAGS). 
In lieu of flowers donations to First United Methodist Church, Loves Outreach and MAGS.