Sharyn Melting
July 24, 1946 ~ January 18, 2024
Sharyn Marie Melting, age 77, passed away January 18, 2024, in Fargo, ND.
“I had a dream. As I was in the funeral home viewing Sharyn in her casket, Jesus appeared. He took Sharyn’s hand and said to her, ‘Come follow me. It’s time to go home.’ ” John A. Melting
Sharyn was born July 24, 1946, to Eugene and Elizabeth Kautzman in Mandan, ND. She graduated from Mandan High School in 1964. Sharyn married the love of her life John Melting on March 1, 1965, and shortly after they moved and found home in Fargo, ND.
Sharyn worked at Red River Commodities for 20 years and began selling Pampered Chef products. She worked a short while part time for the Fargo Public School system, then pursued her Pampered Chef business full time for 30 years. Through Pampered Chef, she was able to meet and work with so many people creating wonderful friendships. Her job gave her the chance to travel to many of America’s largest cities where she had the opportunity to explore, eat local cuisines, and take cooking classes to enrich and share her love of cooking with family and friends.
Summers were always special at the lake. She enjoyed basking in the sun, paddle boating, going for walks, and spending time entertaining family and friends. Sharyn loved watching her grandchildren grow up at the lake every summer.
She was an active member and volunteer both in her church and in the community. Sharyn formed many lifelong friendships that held a special place in her heart.
Sharyn is survived by her husband John of 58 years, three children: James Melting (Nancy Leingang), Michael (Melinda) Melting, Sara (Keven) Kercher; eight grandchildren, Andrew, Megan, Julia, Alexandra, Grace, Christian, Brianna, and Emarie; three sisters, Margaret (Ray) Heck, Betty Kennedy, Mary (Ken) Yetter; brothers, Dennis (Carol) Kautzman, Eugene (Cindy) Kautzman; sister-in law, Ruth Kautzman; sister-in-law, Sandy Kautzman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Elizabeth Kautzman; brothers, Kenneth
Kautzman, Dean Kautzman, Tony Kautzman; brother-in-law, Steve Kennedy; and sister-in-law, Shirley Kautzman.
A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, January 26 at Boulger Funeral Home in Fargo at 2:00 with visitation starting at 1:00. A funeral at St. Leo’s Catholic Church, in Casselton, ND on Saturday, January 27 will include visitation at starting at 9:30, mass at 10:30, and luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Great Plains Food Bank/Daily Bread of Fargo.
Services
Visitation - Friday: January 26, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Celebration of Life - Friday: January 26, 2024 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Saturday: January 27, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am
St. Leo's Catholic Church, Casselton, ND
211 Langer Ave N
Casselton, ND 58012
(701) 347-4609
https://stleosnd.org/
Memorial Mass: January 27, 2024 10:30 am
St. Leo's Catholic Church, Casselton, ND
211 Langer Ave N
Casselton, ND 58012
(701) 347-4609
https://stleosnd.org/
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Deepest sympathy to John and family. I have fond memories of cousin Sharyn growing up. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences.
We have many special memories of Sharyn and Family but one comes to mind and brings a smile to my heart.
Camping in Alexandria, MN with their family and ours and catching fire flies around the camp fire at night. We snacked on goodies far into the night and just enjoyed being together. She will be missed.
Sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin, Sharon. I feel blessed to have grown up with all the Kautzmann cousins in Mandan – there was always something to do – great memories.
I send my sympathy, best wishes and prayers to all of you. God Bless…………
So sorry to hear of Sharyn’s passing. We knew the family when they lived on 10th Street South.
Sharon was a co worker with me at Red River Commodities. She was everything a person should be, or wish they could be. Very dedicated to always doing the right thing for co workers, the company, and certainly for her family. She was a treasure. I extend my condolences to all in the Melting family and thank you for allowing Sharon to be such a great part of my life.
With deepest sympathies,
Bob Majkrzak
John; sorry for your loss, you & the families lean on the Lord & He’ll see you through. You are in our prayers 🙏 at this saddened time.
Keep the faith 🙌
Sincerely,
Bernadette(Bernie) & George
Natalie & Deidra Lies 🌹❤️
Also will miss our fall girls weekend usually at the lake and lots of good eating and card playing! Fond memories of my dear friend, Sharyn!
Love Always,
Megan
John, kids, grandkids, brothers and sisters I am sorry for your loss. Why did God decide he needed a happy person, a smily face, and a wonderful cook? We never know why the good Lord does what He does, but I believe there is always a reason. Our prayers for you and yours.
So many wonderful memories of summers spent together both in Mandan and Beach. We were more like best friends than cousins. I will remember her smile and her funny way of talking forever.
My heartfelt sympathy to Sharyn’s family & friends. She had a remarkable life & was very blessed! I’m so happy we were able to talk & had our picture taken in July of 2019 in Mandan. Hugs to all who knew her ❤️
Rodine Marshall Durgin
1st cousin. Gainesville, FL
My sympathy to Sharyn’s family. Our family has known the Melting’s for years and I am sad to hear of her passing. I looked forward to our yearly visits in April. Sharyn always had a smile to share, was so kind and will be missed. Hugs to you all.
And, we always reserved the gazebo for her. She was soo appreciative! The world needs more people like Sharyn. I am soo sorry for your family’s loss.
Words fall short of expressing my condolences but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging time.
I am so sorry to hear this news, Sharyn was a wonderful soul! Always so giving ♥️. She will be missed by all.
So sorry to hear of Sharyn’s passing. I got to know her in our work on the Social Concerns Committee at St Leo’s. She was a very generous person and always willing to help. She will be missed.