Age 87, Barbara Melvin (Khoury, Taylor) formerly of Pittsburgh PA and for the last 37 years, Fort Lauderdale Florida, passed away on January 23, 2021, with her loving husband Richard Melvin and family by her side.

She was the daughter of the late Albert and Rose Khoury. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Mitchell, Edward, Gloria, and Fred. Barbara was the loving mother of four children: Jeffrey (Estela) Taylor, Barb (Jim) Mull,  Bruce (Debbie) Taylor, & Lisa (Chip) Self. She was the grandmother of nine: Jeff (Deya) Taylor, Emily Taylor, Melissa (Ralph) Diaz, Michael (Marissa) Taylor, Ashley Taylor (Daniel Arnett) , Chelsea Taylor (Lamont Whited), Jonathan Taylor, Jack Self, & Shelby Self. She had 5 great grandchildren: Julian, Carmen, Angie, Alyson & MJ.

Barbara enjoyed many special times with her family, especially playing board games and cards with her grandchildren.  She enjoyed reading, ceramics, and singing at a piano bar with her husband. She was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates & Penguins.  She worked at her community center for many years and had many friends in her neighborhood. The family wishes to thank the nurses, doctors, and other staff who took such great care of Barbara.

Visitation is for immediate family at Ball Funeral Chapel 600 Dunster St Pittsburgh PA 15226 on February 1, 2021 & private internment at The Cemetery of The Alleghenies. Donations can be made to Barbara’s favorite charities, the March of Dimes & St Jude’s Children’s Hospital.