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Melissa Gwen Herndon Laws

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Melissa Laws Obituary

WALKERTOWN - Melissa Gwen Herndon Laws went to be with her Lord Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was born March 16, 1965, in Danville, Va., to the late Rev. Norman C. Herndon and Gwendolyn Herndon Loggins. She was a graduate of East Forsyth High School, Emmanuel College and UNC-Greensboro and received a master's degree from Gardner-Webb University. She had recently received National Board Teacher Certification and was Teacher of the Year at Piney Grove Elementary School. She is survived by her husband, Joe, and son, Austin of the home; her mother and stepfather, Gwen and Thad Loggins of Winston-Salem; two sisters, Cheryl (Michael) Tilley of Kernersville and Adina (Ron) Horner of Pinehurst; and a brother, Keith (Diane) Herndon of Lewisville. She is also survived by her father and mother-in-law, Jeff and Nancy Laws of Walkertown; a brother-in-law, Kyle (Nancy) Laws; five nieces; and two nephews. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at Hayworth-Miller-Cain Chapel in Kernersville. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at First Assembly of God in Winston-Salem. The family wishes to thank the many friends who have loved, supported and prayed for her during this illness. Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God, Children's Dept., 3730 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27106.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Feb. 5, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Melissa Laws

20 Entries

Janice Shagena

February 12, 2004

Joe and Austin,

I want to tell you my whole family mourns your loss. Michael, my 8th grader had Melissa and Donna for 1st and 2nd grades,and she still remembered him and always spoke to him. Austin, Brian loved playing on your baseball team a few years ago and is happy to be in class with you this year. I fondly remember sitting on the hill with Melissa at Walkertown Elementary, watching the boys play ball, and sharing "gossip"! I will miss her and God Bless both of you. Austin, if you need anything, Brian wants to be there for you!

With Love, Janice

Oskar and Louise Leupold

February 10, 2004

Joe and Austin,

The service was a wonderful ending

to a beautiful life and it was a

privilege to have known Melissa.

May God contnue to bless and

comfort you at this time.

Love, Oskar and Louise Leupold

Lisa Gilmore

February 8, 2004

Dear Joe and Austin,

I was heartbroken when I went to church this morning and found out about Melissa. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with both of you. The last time I saw Melissa, I could tell that she wasn't feeling well, but she looked so beautiful. Her porcelain skin was glowing in the sunshine. Melissa was always so nice and kind to everyone, a great wife and mother. I will miss her dearly. May God bless both of you during this time. If you need us for anything, please let us know.

Lisa, Tracy, Derick, and Isabella Gilmore

Phil Long

February 6, 2004

My heart is broker for you guys. But I know Melissa is with our Lord and I get comfort in that. Let's celebrate her promotion now. I love you Joe and Austin.

Peggy Beckman

February 6, 2004

Joe and Austin,

Melissa will be greatly missed at First Assembly. Working with her in children's choir was a pleasure. You are both in my prayers.

Barbara Howell

February 6, 2004

May God richly bless your family. God will be with you all during your grief. Joe I worked with Jeff for many years and you have a wonderful family. Take one day at the time and a lot of support from them. Rely on God and He will take you through.

Ryan Spencer

February 6, 2004

I am sorry about your mom, Austin.

Austin and Mr. Laws, you are in our prayers. (Ryan's mom)

Grady Goforth

February 5, 2004

Joe, Austin and all connecting family, we extend to you our deepest sympathy on your great loss. I knever knew Melissa except through Borther and Sister Doug Shuff. Their whole church has been praying for her and each of you. We will continue to pray for you. God bless each of you!

Vonda Widener

February 5, 2004

Joe and Austin,

I had the privelege of working with Melissa in the summer school program in Winston-Salem. I am so sorry for your loss. The school system and Piney Grove Elementary will certainly miss such a wonderful teacher!

Wayman McLaughlin

February 5, 2004

Melissa and I were classmates our whole lives and graduated together from East Forsyth in 1983. She was truly one of the sweetest, kindest, people I've ever known and she will be missed. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family.

mary davis

February 5, 2004

I only met Melissa a few times over the past few years. She always had a smile on her face, she had a deep love for her family. We are friends of Cheryl, Mike and Shannon Tilley and felt as we were friends of Melissa also. May God bless you all. Mary, Mike, Liz and Rachael Davis

BILL MANN

February 5, 2004

JOE,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND AUSTIN.MELISSA'S SMILE AND HER BEAUTIFUL VOICE WILL BE MISSED.GOD BE WITH YOU.

Steve, Tabitha, David and A.J. Sigmon

February 5, 2004

We just wanted to let you know that we are here for you if you need anything. We can't to tell you how sorry we are. She will be greatly missed. She was so special. Keep swimming Joe.

Debbie Gordon

February 5, 2004

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I taught with Melissa at Forest Park. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Debbie Gordon

lisa rogers

February 5, 2004

Joe and Austin, I had the privelege of meeting you as well as Melissa at Love's through a co-worker and friend of mine and yours Sharon Williams. Unfortunately, I did not get to know the both of you, but first appearances mean a lot. You never know the kind of people that God places in your life that will bless you even in ways you dont realize. I have heard so many wonderful things about Melissa. Many nights since Melissa's illness, God placed her on my mind and heart and a lot of prayers were prayed for her. But through all of this, my son Evan, made a new friend at church, Austin which was good for him since he was new at Love's and there arent many boys his age (either older or younger) at Love's and he and Austin became buddies. Evan is 9, almost 10 in April.We have been on a lot of Love's outings together. Just remember to lean on God in this time of sorrow and He will guide you, give you strength, encourage and love you. (Joshua 1:5 I will never leave you or forsake you.)

Matt Wallace

February 5, 2004

Adina,

On behalf of yourself and your family, please accept the condolences of your classmates on the death of your sister. I have posted her obituary on our Message Board. Also, I will inform her classmates in the Class of 1983 on their site.

-- Matt Wallace, Class Webmaster, East Forsyth Senior High School Class of 1979

Rhonda Walters

February 5, 2004

joe, I am so sorry for your loss

Jeff and Kim Smith

February 5, 2004

Joe and Austin:

Once again we express our deepest sympathy to you. We will NEVER forget what a sweet and wonderful christian lady Melissa was. I personally will miss her sweet smile and always her laughter. We love you guys. Stay Strong!

Love-Jeff, Kim, Stephen & Austin Smith

Ronald and Cyndi Smith

February 5, 2004

We know Melissa will be missed greatly. She was loved by many. Please know that we are here if you need anything, and that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Leigh Farmer-Weber

February 5, 2004

The people of Renton First United Methodist Church (our home church) here in Renton are praying for you all. I'm very sorry for the pain you must be going through. I'll keep you in my prayers. Leigh Farmer Weber

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