Shawna K Melendez, 63, of Cheyenne, passed away April 8, 2017 at home surrounded by her family.
She was born October 2, 1953 in Provo, UT the daughter of Dee Christensen and Enid Hall. Shawna lived in Cheyenne for years.
Shawna served in the WY Air National Guard for 24 years. She also worked for the State Veteran’s Commission as well as the VA Medical Center.
Upon her retirement she enjoyed crocheting, scrapbooking, crafts and outdoor activities with family.
She is survived by her husband Tony Melendez, one daughter Brandi (James) Sandusky, one son Aaron (Jaime) Melendez, four grandchildren Brianda and Katelyn Sandusky, Alex Melendez and JD Ailes. She is also survived by her mother Enid Hall, sister Mitzi (Jay) Hailey and brother Rick (Trish) Christensen as well as numerous nieces and nephews and her loving pets, Kirby and Ralphie.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dee Christensen.
She will always be remembered as loving mother and grandmother who always thought of others first. Cremation has already taken place and a private family ceremony will be held at a later date. Online tributes of sympathy can be sent to the family at
www.wrcfuneral.com
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