Melvena "Mel" Whitham

Melvena Mae Whitham, age 82, formerly of Cle Elum, WA passed away on September 19, 2022. She was born on June 4, 1940 to Roger Melvin Pays and Thelma Esther Pays. Mel and Art, her husband of 56 years, were members of the Newcastle community for 60+ years where they raised their family.

Mel was an avid scrabble player, teddy bear collector, cookie baker, and dedicated Days of Our Lives fan. She will be remembered for her sassy spirit, sarcasm, and loving nature.

She was predeceased by her husband Arthur Whitham and her son Michael Whitham; and is survived by her sister Thelma Grifantini, daughter Marci Busby, son Robert Whitham, 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and extended family. She leaves behind a hole in the hearts of all who knew and loved her and will be greatly missed.

To honor Mel’s memory, we are holding a celebration of life on October 14, 2022 at 11am at Greenwood Memorial Park & Funeral Home 350 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056. We invite any friends and family to attend and remember her wonderful life.

Memories and messages may be shared at www.greenwoodmempark.com for the Whitham family.

Donations can be made to the following charities in Mel's honor in lieu of flowers:

*Evergreen Health Foundation

https://evergreenhealthfoundation.com/donate/

*St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html

*Seattle Humane Society

https://www.seattlehumane.org/ways-to-give/donate