Memory from Sam Jessop
The first time I met Melissa was country dancing in Pleasant Grove, Utah. We were standing next to each other by the fan cooling off. I danced with Melissa that night and was impressed with her skill in dancing. As … Continued
Memory from Megan Jessop
Wow where do I begin… I met Melissa in December 2010. She had just been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. There was an immediate connection to her and her family. Even my kids felt it, saying that they felt … Continued
Memory from Melissa Dawn Black
I’m not sure if this is appropriate, but I’m going to follow my heart & leave my message. Today i googled my name, just because.. Apparantly, to my surprise, there are quite a few Melissa Black’s. I scrolled down the … Continued
Memory from Tosh Black
I barely found out dear friend that you left this world and returned to your Heavenly Father. My heart aches but oh how happy that I am that we will see you again. I remember seeing you the 1st time … Continued
Memory from Lynn McQuivey
My Memory Of Melissa Is How She Could Make Anyone Feel Worthwhile. My Life Is Better Because She Was My Friend. I Knew Her Best When She Was A Young Girl. A At Very Young Age She Had Gods Gift … Continued
Share Your Memories of Melissa
Please share any memories, thoughts or impressions about your experience with Melissa. We’d love to hear about it and it’s a great way to keep her legacy of affecting and teaching others alive. Leave a comment to this post to … Continued
Memory from Hala Swearingen
I Met Melissa When She And I Worked At Waterford Institute In The Year 2000. I Was A Bit Intimidated By Her At First . . . She Was Such A Beautiful Person. She Was Always So Graceful And Had … Continued
by Kimberli Barrow
Melissa was only 20 months older than me. She and I were so close and great friends. I will admit though, that she was a hard one to follow. In my eyes she was perfect. She could do no wrong … Continued
Remarkable Courage and Optimism
by Julie Gleed Although I did not know Melissa personally, I was aware of her remarkable courage and optomistic attitude throughout her struggle with cancer, through her brother. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time of mourning. … Continued
From a College Roommate
by Shelley Prichard Winn A former college roommate just sent me the news of Mellissa’s passing. I was blessed to meet and share a room with Melissa my first year at Snow College. She was such a busy girl, yet … Continued