Melba LaVon Mash Obituary (1915 - 2017)

Our feisty little Mom passed away on August 22, 2017 at the age of 101. She was born to Curtis and Vinnie Shaw on December 18, 1915 and spent her whole life in Murray. She married Joseph Mash on July 3, 1936. They made their living on a produce farm; and according to her, the hard work allowed her to live so long. She and Joe loved to go fishing with the family. Joseph passed away in 1990. She belonged to the Murray City Fire Auxiliary. She worked for the Murray School District Lunch Program for fifteen years. She enjoyed going to the Heritage Center where she met many good friends. She worked her vegetable and flower gardens until 2006. Melba is survived by son, Jerry Mash; daughter, Deanna Barnett; daughter-in-law, Lynda Mash; sister, Marge Hamblin; grandchildren: Greg, Debbie, Carol, Doug, Bob and Bryan; and great-grandchildren: Zach, Skyler, Tyler, Jeremy, Hayley, Grace, Ellie, Jonah, Cassidy and Brittany. Preceded in death by her son, Robert Mash; great-grandson, Will Barnett; and siblings: Glen, Leone, and Lucille. We would like to thank everyone at Inspiration Healthcare for all their love and support, especially Natalie, Carmen and Dr. Garcia. A viewing will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2017 from 2:30-3:45 P.M. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State Street, Murray, Utah, with a graveside service following at 4:00 P.M. at the Murray City Cemetery, 5600 South Vine Street, Murray, Utah. In lieu of flowers, make a donation in Melba’s name to the Humane Society at 4242 So. 300 W., Murray; the Salt Lake Animal Shelter at 511 W. 3900 So, Salt Lake City, or Primary Children’s Hospital. LOVE YOU, MOM.