Only child of Albert and Thelma Gamble, born in the County of Essex, England in 1955. Predeceased by her father Albert Gamble in 1972.
Melanie moved around England 17 times until coming to Canada in 2008, where she lived happily until her passing. Mother to David Hart, her beloved son and equally loved daughter-in-law Sharon; step grandmother to their son, Tom Wilson.
Melanie had many loves, animals being uppermost and nature/gardening a close second.
In 1991 she contracted M.E, an auto immune disease which is incurable. Melanie battled against this debilitating disease for over 30 years. She was diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2018 just before her husband, Ron was diagnosed with Stage Four cancer. He passed September 19 2018.
After losing Ron, Melanie continued to live her best life, despite many hard knocks. She delighted in living in New Brunswick, her many Canadian and European friends and the absolute beauty nature surrounded her with.
In 2008 Melanie and Ron came over to Canada directly from England. It was their dream to open a B&B
They opened "The English Experience B&B", (2009 - 2017), with many returning guests. It was a time of hard work, many laughs and some truly memorable people from across the world.
They both have said their time here has been the best time of their lives. For which they were most grateful.
Her caregiver, Marty McGlashing, whose help was arranged by Ron before his death was beyond measure. Melanie had no doubt that she would not have lived as full a life as she was able to without his help.
Melanie had an infectious laugh Her English accent, sometimes left her Canadian friends, with a puzzled look as they tried to figure out what she really meant. The English sayings also had us stumped many times.
Arrangements are under the care and supervision of Jones Funeral Homes, Sackville and Port Elgin, NB (506-364-1300). Honouring Melanie's wishes cremation has taken place and family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Melanie's Life, September 20th at 4:00, at 4235 Route 16, Malden, NB.
No flowers please. A donation to the Lillian Albon Shelter in Amherst would be truly appreciated as it was a place that Melanie championed for many years.