Melveta Bunton

A great mother and the best grandmother, Melveta’s sweet memory will not be forgotten.  Melveta went peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 13th, 2021, at the age of 88 years young.

Melveta was born in Madill, Oklahoma on June 9th, 1932.  She spent her childhood in Southern Oklahoma, but moved out west to Denver City, TX in her early adult years.  She then moved to Gainesville, TX in December of 1968, where she called home for the remainder of her lifetime.

Melveta was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Bunton; mother, Mary Hendrix; brother, Melvin Hendrix; sister, Lee Collins; nephew, Dana Hendrix; granddaughter, Johanna Rife; and great-grandson, Billy Shane Kyle.

Melveta is survived by her close brother, Wayne Hendrix (Spouse - Peggy Hendrix); four loving children, daughter, Diana Anderson (Spouse - Willie Anderson); daughter, Brenda Cross (Spouse - Billy Bob Cross); son, Elton Hughes (Spouse - Betty Hughes); son, Richard Hughes (Spouse - Janie Hughes).  Also survived and adored by her 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.  Grandson, Brandon Kyle; grandson, Dustin Hughes (Spouse - Erika Hughes); grandson, Preston Mendez; granddaughter, Bree Cross (Spouse - Marisa Cross); granddaughter, Haley Hughes; granddaughter, Phylliss Rife; great-grandson, Tristan Hull; great-grandson, Jackson Kyle; great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Kyle; great-grandson, Landon Kyle; great-grandson, Noah Shea; great-grandson, Elijah Mendez; and great-grandson, Hayes Hughes.  Along with numerous nieces and nephews, including Joe Martin, Tracey Collins, and Danny Hendrix.

Melveta was always the sweetest and had the biggest heart.  Stories have been told that she was known to have a good time in her day, therefore she was always supportive of our fun times as well...even if that meant keeping a few secrets from her children.  She was a very loyal Mom and Grandma, always there when we needed her and just a short call away.  She never had much money, but she was ALWAYS rich on love.  What money she did have, she was giving it away or spending on grandkids...typically hiding it or stuffing it under our pillows.  She loved nothing more than a surprise visit from her kids and grandkids.  Although she may talk through them all, it was always a great time to catch up on her favorite shows; The Price is Right, Jerry Springer, or her "Soaps."  And if anyone knew Melveta, you knew two things going into her house: 1. You better dress like you're going to the beach, and 2. You'll never go hungry or thirsty at her house...no matter how many times you told her no.

Your sweet voicemails, your sweet kisses, your personality: All of you will be missed.

Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, May 16th, 2021, from 6:00-8:00pm at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home in Gainesville, TX.  The Graveside Service will take place at Fairview Cemetery Pavilion in Gainesville on Monday, May 17th, 2021 at 10:00am with Rev. Larry Kremling officiating.