Melodye Ruth Nickita
Melodye “Mel” Ruth Nickita, age 67, went home to the Lord on Feb. 15, 2023.
She was born to William and Eileen (ne: Starkvick) McCoy, on Oct. 7, 1955, in Ashtabula.
Mel met the love of her life in high school, Nick Nickita, and they later married on April 17, 1982.
She was an avid reader and retired after 33 years working at the circulation desk at the Geauga County Library. Mel loved participating in the book discussion club held at the library.
She enjoyed the simple things in life, like sitting on the porch watching the hummingbirds and spending time with her dogs.
Mel is survived by her husband, Nick; sister Susie (David) Renkel; and half-brothers, Timothy and Jimmy Mason. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded by her parents; and siblings Kimberly (Nicholas) Salvatore and Devon (Doug) Patterson.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Family asks the donations in her name be made to the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon, OH 44024; or the Geauga County Library Foundation, https://geaugalibrary.net/about/gc-library-foundation/donate-to-gclf/.
Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
