Melba was born March 1, 1928 in Rockwood, Texas to Robert E. and Opal Johnson. She was raised in both Rockwood and Santa Anna, Texas, graduating from Santa Anna High School. She moved to Odessa in 1950. Melba was a member of West University Church of Christ and loved the Lord with all her might.
Melba was a bookkeeper and and a proud member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and a 5th generation Texan. She was an accomplished artist and a talented seamstress.
She is preceded in death by her husband, O.L. Bettis; son, Michael Herring; parents and an infant sister.
Melba is survived by her son, David E. McClure and wife Sandra; daughter, Sharonna K. Wilson; brother, Bill W. Johnson and wife Eddie; 8 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 2 great great- grandchildren; along with countless extended family and friends.
A visitation for Melba will be held Monday, May 6, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home, 601 N Alleghaney Ave, Odessa, Texas 79761. A graveside service will occur Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Rockwood Cemetery, Rockwood, TX.
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