Age 51, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. Melinda was born in Kalamazoo on November 9, 1965 the daughter of Albert and Sylvia Terry. At a young age Melinda met and fell in love with her husband David Hulet. They united in marriage on March 31, 1983. They remained in the Kalamazoo area and together raised a wonderful family. Melinda was a hard worker and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was an avid reader and could often be found under the shade of a tree with book in hand. She also enjoyed taking motorcycle rides and karaoke with friends. Above all Melinda loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She leaves her family and friends with many wonderful memories to cherish. She is survived by her husband; four children, David II, Joshua, Daniel Hulet, Amber (Jerry) Engman; eight grandchildren; mother; siblings, Barbara, Randell, Charles, Michael, Rebecca; brother-in-law, Robert (Michele) Hulet; many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in passing by her father and a son, Anthony Hulet.