Melanie Lynn Clatterbuck, 51, of Luray, Virginia, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at her home.
All services will be private.
Mel was born November 30, 1973 in California, daughter of Judy Miller Lewis of Illinois.
Surviving is her husband of 13 years, Donald L. Clatterbuck; one son, Ira Curry, Jr. of Stephens City; one daughter, Ashley Rister of Illinois; step-daughter, Sarah Briggs of Front Royal; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way.

Will always love and miss you MelMel. still hard to believe you are gone. I’ll see you again my friend.
I love you Sis!
we had a lot of good times when I first met you. fly high pretty angel. good friend.
love you and miss you.
I love you Mel we always know how make each other happy rip my short person
Love and Prayers for comfort for you Donald. So glad we got to know you and Mel. Love and miss you Mel. Will always remember the fun times at recycled joy events and the picnics at Shawn and Susan’s
It’s so hard to fathom that you are gone but God has his plan. Keep a watch over all of us and know that we will be taking care of Donald and each other. Until we meet again, go enjoy a cup of coffee and the best front porch ever! Love you Mel!
I do not know the deceased, but I believe her husband, Donald, was a student of mine in Front Royal where I taught at the Intermediate School from 1969-1972. May Mel rest in peace. formerly, Miss Herman, Spanish, Reading, and English teacher there.