Dawn Melcheline Menard

February 5, 1968 - March 17, 2020

Dawn Melcheline Menard Memorial Services will be celebrated at a later date for Dawn Melcheline Menard, 52, who passed away Tuesday, March 17th in Abbeville. Dawn was born on February 5th, 1968 in Waukegan, Illinois. The daughter of, Ronald Shane and Donna Kendrick. She was a long-time resident of Vermillion Parish. Dawn was a faithful catholic who served her community as a well-respected registered nurse for over 25 years. She was a strong and caring woman who touched many lives. When she wasn't too busy taking care of those in need, you might find her outdoors fishing or enjoying a cup of coffee. Dawn loved her family, especially her three sons whom she loved unconditionally. She was known to be kind, honest and at times outspoken when the truth was needed. She will be dearly missed by her children and grandchildren. Dawn is survived by her three sons; Jedd Landry of Abbeville, Darick Landry of Abbeville, Robert J. Menard Jr. and his spouse Ashley of Abbeville; Her grandchildren; Bayli Landry, Kannon Menard, Konnor Menard, Kayson Menard; Siblings; Crystal Mitchell, Brianna Smith, Vanda B, Robert Samuels and John Billy. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Dawn’s name online at, https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html. Online obituary and guestbook may be viewed at www.CypressFunerals.com Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory, 206 West Lafayette St., Maurice, LA. 70555, 337-740-3123, is in charge of arrangements.