Melanie Frieden

Melanie Gay Frieden, 79, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026. Melanie was born on October 4, 1947 in Wichita, Kansas to parents, Joe and Loraine Pracht. Melanie spent her entire 50 year working career working various roles for Hinkle Oil. Outside of work Melanie was known as an avid lover of dogs, and most importantly everybody knew her as a loving sister and aunt.

Melanie is preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Loren Davis. She is survived by sister, Licia Davis; brother, Harley Davis, and many extended family members and friends.