Coal Township – Melanie (Budraitis) Dove, 67, of Sheridan Court, passed away on March 12, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in Ashland State Hospital on November 23, 1957, the daughter of Anthony and Ann (Mekosh) Budraitis.

Melanie was a graduate of North Schuylkill High School.  She enjoyed road trips, riding her motorcycle, and shooting pool in her younger years.

Melanie is survived by two sons, Alexander Sanders and Justin Yancheski; two grandchildren, Harper and Vincent; and siblings, Carole Grady, Anthony Budraitis, and Ronald Budraitis . She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the C J Lucas Funeral Home Inc., 1053 Chestnut St., Kulpmont, PA. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.cjlucasfuneralhome.com.