Melvina B. Pauley Age 93, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2016. Melvina was born on June 15, 1923, the daughter of Lesselby Lawrence and Mary Alice (Sapp) Harmon of Ashland, MO. She married Richard Pauley on Dec 24, 1947; he preceded her in death in Dec 1993. Melvina was a family-loving, friend-loving, fun-loving wife and mother who enjoyed life in so many ways. She was a blessing to her family, friends and brought so much joy to everyone she met. She was preceded in death by her parents, 6 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Jody; grandson, Dylan Walton of Culver City, CA; three sister-in-laws of Ashland, MO and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7, at Community Church in Leisure World, 14000 Church Place, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5307. Please sign the guestbook at www.presstelegram.com/obits