Obituary of Melody Switzer

Melody M. Switzer (Nee Mitchell) Age 58. At rest Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at her late residence following a courageous battle with ALS. Born in Hinsdale, IL. to the late Frank and Rosemary Mitchell. A resident of Joliet all her life. Melody was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survived by her loving husband of 39 years Raymond Switzer of Joliet; beloved mother of Jason of California, Jodi of Arizona, Rachel of New Lenox and Jessica Switzer of Joliet; four grandchildren, Jordan and Lindsey Switzer, Alexandra Horras of New Lenox and Seth Stovall of Arizona; two sisters, Sally (Ed) Reschke of Alabama and Beverly Carlson of Aurora, IL; one brother Roy (Debbie) Mitchell of Channahon. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. A memorial service for Melody M. Switzer will be Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Rev Karl Hess officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Joliet Area Community Hospice or the Les Turner ALS Foundations would be appreciated. Visitation Sunday 2:00 p.m. until time of services at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds. For Information (815) 741-5500