Melanie Anne Patterson

August 22, 1971 - November 10, 2019

Melanie Anne Patterson passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2019 at her home. Born August 22, 1971, she was the daughter of Cathy D. and David H. Patterson. She was a lifelong resident of Danville, graduating from George Washington High School and Averett College. Melanie was employed by Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services until her disability retirement. She was an active member of Grace Design United Methodist Church, serving on many boards and committees. She also enjoyed friends and fellowship at Compassion Church. Melanie enjoyed life and made every effort to live it to its fullest. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a sister, Adrienne P. Culberhouse (Paul), nieces Delayna R. Culberhouse and Cathlyn E. Culberhouse, and a nephew Harte K. Culberhouse. She was predeceased by her grandparents Ryland and Lillian Dodd and Jacob and Odessa Patterson, and her little friend and companion Onyx. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Design U.M.C., 1064 Franklin Turnpike. A time of visitation and fellowship will be held following the service in the church’s multi-purpose room. The family will be at the home of her parents at 233 Motley Ave. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Danville Cancer Association, 223 Riverview Dr., Danville VA, 24541 or the Danville Area Humane Society, P.O. Box 3352, Danville, VA 24543. The family thanks the staff of Liberty Hospice and Home Health Services for their compassionate care and services. They also thank Piedmont Infusion and Home Health Services for their support throughout her illness. Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel is serving the Patterson family.