Eugenia Melnikov, age 86, of Colchester, widow of Vasily Melnikov, passed away on October 30, 2011 in Backus Hospital, Norwich. Mrs. Melnikov, a retired assembler for Barden's was born in Russia to the late Ivan and Eudokia (Baranov) Vasiliev and has been a long time Connecticut resident. She is survived by her devoted son, Valery (Larry) Melnikov and his wife Christine of Bridgeport and a grandson John Melnikov. In addition to her beloved husband and parents, she was predeceased by her daughter Vera Eager. A graveside service will be held in St. Tikhon's Cemtery, South Canaan, Pennsylvania on Monday November 28, 2011. The Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.