Dennis Darnell Melstrom

Mr. Dennis Darnell Melstrom, 83, died Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024. He is preceded in death by his wife Loretta Melstrom. He is survived by his son Mark Melstrom and his wife Leah, daughter Jana McClendon her husband Sam, grandchildren Samantha McClendon, Joe Melstrom his wife Stephanie and great-grandchildren Brooks and Parker, and Kristina Oldeen her husband David and great-grandchildren Logan, Oliver, and Riley.

Dennis was born on a farm in Brewster, Kansas where he developed a strong work ethic and humble character that laid the foundation for a successful life. He met Loretta at Colby High School. They graduated in 1958 and were married on August 1, 1959. Immediately after their wedding reception they left for California, where he started work with Georgia-Pacific. In 1985, they moved to Georgia when he was promoted to an executive officer.

Dennis retired from GP at the young age of 53. He and Loretta were able to spend many years traveling the country in their Country Coach. He was named Wagon Master by his peers. He enjoyed tennis, boating, pickleball, and shooting. Dennis and Loretta did it right, eventually spending winters in the warm Arizona desert and summers in the cool mountains of Ridgway, CO. They made sure to spend time at home in Georgia with their family.

A few years after Loretta passed, Dennis met Ann Fensel. They spent the last seven years traveling, spending time with their families and making new friends. She has been wonderful for both him and his family.

Dennis will be remembered for his kindness, tenacity and love of life . . . not to mention the pen in his pocket, options, and spreadsheets.

A visitation for Dennis will be held Sunday, January 14, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery Winkenhofer Chapel, 2000 Cobb Pkwy SE, Marietta, Georgia 30060. A funeral service will occur Monday, January 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM, 2000 Cobb Pkwy SE, Marietta, Georgia 30060. A committal service will occur Monday, January 15, 2024, 2000 Cobb Pkwy SE, Marietta, Georgia 30060.

Services may be attended via Live Stream at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/4903706564