Melody was born and raised in Guymon, OK.  She remained in the area, living in Guymon, Texhoma, and now lives in Goodwell, OK.  She and her husband, Tony have been happily married for 25 years.  They share their 5 boys and their families: Brian; Josh & Natosha, their children Matthew and his daughter Makenzie, Morgan, and Grady; Chase & Sky and their daughter Railee; Sean and Matraca, their children Kyson, Sierra, & Rory; and their youngest, Tyler.  She has been a part of Connection Church for several years and remains involved in the media department, co-leader of the Ladies Bible Study, and humbly serves as the Church Administrator.  She also currently attends Panhandle Bible College on campus. 
 
Melody loves spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter.  They are her joy! Together with Tony, she also has a lot of family and friends here that they enjoy spending time with.  When she is not spending time with family or serving at the church, she enjoys crafting, reading, cooking,  and traveling.