Etta Faye Melvin

Etta Faye Lincoln Melvin, 86, of Fairhope, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 with her loving family by her side at AHN Jefferson Hospital, Jefferson Hills.  Born August 28, 1937 in New Salem, PA she was the daughter of the late Russell E. and Clara E. Randolph Lincoln.  A resident of Belle Vernon for the past 56 years, Mrs. Melvin was Protestant by faith.  Etta was a machine operator of Rockwell International of Uniontown, PA.  Later she and her late husband John owned and operated Lincoln Florist in Fayette City.   Her passion for creating floral arrangements and contributing to the liveliness of those around her will never be forgotten.   Being a 5th decedent of President Abraham Lincoln she was an avid collector of her family’s memorabilia.   She also was an avid fan of Elvis Presley's music.

Those left to cherish he memory include her two daughters & son in law Kelly Jo & Michael Ellin of Belle Vernon, Merilee Melvin & companion Joey Stringhill of Belle Vernon; two grandchildren Alexis Scott Ellin, Camden John Ellin; twin sister Ellen Skergan of North Huntingdon and her baby sister Ruth Irene 'Judy' Ganoe of McClellandtown.  She is preceded in death by her husband John A. Melvin and two brothers Melvin Lincoln and Eugene Lincoln.

Visitation will be held Friday from 2-6 pm at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC at 10:00 AM with the Rev. Richard J. Zelik officiating.  Interment will take place in Belle Vernon Cemetery.