Melody Ann Dreading age 58 of Crestview, FL passed away on May 18, 2023 at home. Melody was born in Crestview, FL on February 02, 1965 to George W. and Theo Dreading. Melody loved to fish n’ hunt with her Daddy and enjoyed cooking the spoils of there labor. Later in life she dedicated her life to taking care of her Father n’ Mother at home until there death. She also loved watching and feeding her wild birds every day and looking at her little flower garden.
Melody never had any children but she did have 11 Nieces and 7 Nephews n’ who ever wanted to call her Aunt Mel.
Melody was preceded in death by her parents Theo and George Dreading, a brother George Wayne Dreading and a Nephew Chad Arnold.
Melody was survived by husband Daniel Arne, two Sisters n’ Brother in laws, Amy and Hank Berry and Theresa and Gary Arnold. 11 Nieces: Kristi, Megan, Gracie, Ava, Madeline, Julie, Jordon, Johanna, Lisa, Kaylie and Laikyn. 7 Nephews: Chance, Connor, Nathan, Brayden, Houston, George and Joseph and numerous cousin’s. Melody was also survived by her best and life long friend Denise Justice and also Melody’s canine companions “Tippy” and “Priss”
A time of visitation with the family will be held Friday May 26 at Brackney Funeral Home at 12:30pm to 1:00pm, Friends time will be 1:00pm to 2:00pm and the service will be at 2:00pm with no graveside service.
Brackney Funeral Service Chapel
Brackney Funeral Service Chapel
Ann Black
May 24, 2023, 2:28 am
Theresa and Amy Jo, we are so sorry for your loss. Melody was like a baby sister to me and I know she is rejoicing in Heaven with your mom, dad and nephew. Prayers that God will give you comfort and peace. Wish we could be with you in person, but please know we are with you in spirit.
All our love.
Ann Black
Don and Bryan Lundy
Joel McGraw
May 26, 2023, 12:52 am
Miss Melody was a faithful friend and neighbor for twenty some years. I will miss talking with her across the fence and hearing her say, “Peacher would you mind….?” or “I fixed too much… would you and Sister Debbie like to have it?” Good neighbor that gave her heart to us!
Kimberly Olive
May 26, 2023, 1:10 am
I only knew Melody through social media, but her presence and love for God and dogs shined through. Her presence will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
Rebecca Warren
May 26, 2023, 2:14 am
My siblings and I have many sweet and even hilarious memories that include Miss Melody. One of the things I remember is that she always rescued us from nasty “wet bread” casseroles our mom would fix in her efforts to help stretch the family budget. 😂 It grieved me deeply to hear of her passing. We are praying for the family.
Rhonda Davis
May 26, 2023, 2:05 pm
So sorry to hear about Melody. Melody called to check on my three Daughter’s, and I many times after my Husband was killed. We were neighbors on Antioch Road for years.
Mary Wood
June 4, 2023, 2:04 pm
Melody I’m gonna miss you ,our talks and laughs, I’m so thankful God put you in my life,I will never forget you or your advice,my prayers to your family, I’m so sorry
Carolyn Arne
October 13, 2023, 6:51 pm
RiP Melody, I just found out you had passed 10.12.23 and I want to remember you the last time I saw you. My deepest sympathy to your family . You were always a great friend who loved the Lord. I will miss you. Love, Carolyn Arne