On June 5, 2022, Melinda Sue Allen, loving mother and dear friend to many, passed away at age 54.

She lived in Waldoboro, Maine. Melinda and was born Dec. 3, 1967 in Nashua, New Hampshire to Lynne Allen.

She took joy in her four daughters, Brianna Allen, Savanna Miller, Dakota Chandler and Alexis Chandler and three granddaughters Kiari Allen, Cami Fusillo and Marina Zacharewich.

She achieved her dream of becoming a CNA and graduated from Florida Career College in Jacksonville, Florida. Many individuals were privileged to receive her compassionate care.

She enjoyed crafting and making jewelry. She was always starting new projects and not always finishing them.

She was predeceased by her mother Lynne Allen and son Jamie.

She is survived by her daughters and granddaughters; father Frank Allen; sisters Ivy Yonkman, Karena Field, and Samantha Allen; and significant other Tony Chaisty. She will be deeply missed.

A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, June 18 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the American Legion, 200 Congress St., Bath, ME 04530.