Melba J Buck, Salina, passed quietly in her sleep on November 24, 2021. She was born March 1, 1932 in Larned, Kansas.

Melba graduated from Larned High School and attended Kansas State University and Brown Mackie College.

Melba married F John Buck in June of 1956. She was preceded in death by her parents, Morgan and Gladys Yeager of Larned, a brother Marvin Yeager of Larned, and by her husband John, of Salina.

She is survived by her daughter Melanie (Craig) Regnier of Salina, and grandson Jason (Meredith) Regnier of Tallahassee Florida.

It was Melba’s wishes to be cremated and a memorial service will be held on Thursday December 2, at 11 a.m. at Sunrise Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Dr. Martha Murchison will be officiating and Carol Biar assisting. Luncheon to follow.

Memorial contributions may be donated to Sunflower Adult Day Services or to Sunrise Presbyterian Church either directly or through Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina, KS 67401.