Melinda B. Stevenson

Melinda Stevenson passed away peacefully at home on April 6,2022. Melinda was born to John and Emily Ritchie in San Pedro, California. In the late 1960's Melinda and her family moved to Salem, Oregon.
She became a friendly face to the residents of West Salem by running Ritchies Chevron. Her customers became Family to her in her years of hard work and dedication.
Melinda was known for her love of animals, her uplifting personality, funny sense of humor and dedication to her family. Melinda is survived by her children, Jessica Orwick and John Neilsen, her 4 grandchildren, Kyra Orwick, Noah Woods, Jack Woods and Chase Woods.
A memorial service will be held at Restlawn Funeral Home on Thursday April 21, 2022 at 2:00 PM.
The family requests to please make a donation to the humane society in her name in lieu of flowers.