Melba Jean Bostwick, 94, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the Hospice House in Hiawatha. Per Jean’s wishes, no services will be held. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services in Mount Vernon is assisting the family.
Jean was born June 12, 1930, in Trenton, Mo., the daughter of Luther and Edith (Sullivan) McCartt. Jean enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking, and boating on the Mississippi.
Jean is survived by her children, Michael (Yukari) Bostwick, Kerry Ann Bostwick, and Rick Bostwick; grandchildren, Dennis (Leslie) Bostwick and Christopher (Cathy George) Bostwick; and great-grandchildren, Clair, Harrison, Georgia, and Alvin.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.
Please share your support and memories with Jean’s family on her Tribute Wall at www.stewartbaxter. com under Obituaries.