Melanie Jean Lacy, 39, of Hickory passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born February 15th, 1981 she was the daughter of Edward Ray Lacy and Rebecca Jo Lacy. She was from Charleston, West Virginia and lived her last years in Hickory, NC.
Melanie worked at Wendy's on Hwy 70 in Hickory where she was a very devoted worker. Even though she had no car, she walked approximately 5 miles from home to work, and then back everyday in all types of inclement weather.
She was devoted to working hard and helping her community to provide a good image for her two children. She loved them both dearly and pushed herself to do better for them.
Melanie was a Army Military Veteran, who completed her basic training in Virginia. She was a proud member of the AmVets Military Organization and helped with the homeless veterans, providing clothes, ware, furniture, toiletries, and whatever else it took. Her final resting place will be the Salisbury Military Cemetery.
Her daughter Kierra Lacy; son Kierahn Lacy; mother Rebecca Lacy; brother Kyle Lacy; as well as several aunts and uncles survive her.
Her father, Edward Ray Lacy, preceded her in death.
A Memorial Service will be 4:00 pm Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Freedom Biker Church of Hickory. Military Honors will be performed by the Post 76 Am Vets. Everyone who knew Melanie is welcome to attend.
Jenkins Funeral Home is not involved at the service at the church.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Lacy family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
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