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Melinda Angel Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Sean Conley
March 14, 2011
To the family of Melinda,
I have recently received the information of Melinda's death. I spent a couple of years in a friendship with her during our high school years, and I remember her as a nice, genuine, and attractive girl. Reading the brief telling of her story today has had an impact on my views, and has me wishing I was a little more like Melinda. I wish you well.
petra abram
March 14, 2011
Dear Donnie and family, I am so upset and sorry to hear of your loss, our loss. Melinda and I were friends back at Dolan Barracks in Germany. She was a wonderful, bubbly, and sweet person. She was like a sister to me in those days.
December 13, 2010
Oh Donnie I am so sorry for your loss. Melinda was a good friend and old roommate. I will miss her deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Salak-Monessen, PA
Gary Pica
December 1, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Melinda was a great friend. I will keep the many memories I have of her forever.
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mike senski
November 1, 2010
donnie, jim, terese - i found out after the fact. my heart and prayers go to you and rest of the family - i am sooo sorry for you loss, mike senski (ski)
Robert Seaford
October 29, 2010
Donnie and Ralph,
Just wanted you to know I was very sorry to hear of your loss!
Barry Swanson
October 26, 2010
Donnie,
I am very sorry to hear of Melinda's passing. We worked together for over 20 years, Melinda was an exceptionally good person and friend. We had several talks about her battle with cancer and I know she wasn't about to give up. I will certainly miss her.
Brenda Garske-Thomas
October 25, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. May you have many memories to get you through the days ahead. I am a classmate of your brother Ralph and have visited your mom on my trips back to VA when I visit my aunt in Williamsburg and noticed this in the paper over the week-end. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
October 25, 2010
Donnie, John and I were so very sorry to here of Malinda's passing.We have shared a many tear, but then I think of Malinda's beautiful smile and laugh all can do is smile. She was very dedicated to her family,friends and career. I pray her family will heal soon. Donnie when you feel low, think of Malinda catching the biggest fish.Those were some happy day's for us.She will always be with you in your heart. You have been ,and will continue to be in our thought's. Love John&Angel Haldeman
Jackie Wright
October 25, 2010
Dear Donnie,
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 24, 2010
Donnie,
I am so very sorry to hear of Melinda's passing. She was such a beautiful person, and she always made me smile. Each time I saw her, I would marvel in her courage, her fight for life, and her positive attitude. You have been, and will continue to be in my thoughts.
Wendy Ashworth
Don & Barbara Rust
October 24, 2010
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
John Thomas
October 24, 2010
Donnie no words will ease the pain. But we know that she is in a better place with no pain and no sorrow. Time will ease the pain and turn the sorrow into memories of the good time.
If I can be of any help let me know, John Thomas.
October 23, 2010
I didn't know you, but the picture shows an angelic face, one that I'm certain will be missed by family and friends alike...may the Angels of heaven watch over your family Connie Tinker
Gary Parks
October 23, 2010
Donnie, I am so sorry to hear about Melinda she truly was a wonderful human being always had a smile and kind words for everyone she knew. I wishj you and all your family the best. May God bless you and all your family in this sad time.
Gary Parks
Andrea Will
October 23, 2010
Donnie, I am deeply sorry for your loss. In my 4 years at AB Melinda's fight made a huge impression on me and her heart made an even bigger one. I know she is up there with Karl looking out on all of those she loved and cared for.
October 23, 2010
Donnie,
What a privilege and honor it was to know Melinda. She was the best! Peace and love to you and your family, Mae and Russ Hodge
Diane Mayer
October 23, 2010
Donnie, My thoughts are with you. Melinda's smile and laugh is always in my memory. She is watching over all now. God Bless. Diane Mayer
Rob Hughes
October 23, 2010
Donnie,
Sally and I have you and all your family in our hearts and prayers.
October 23, 2010
Donnie I am so sorry for your loss. I
have your family in my heart.
Ernie Burt
Famille POISSONNET
October 23, 2010
Nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous. Nous pensons bien à vous tous dans cette épreuve et partageons votre douleur.
Benjamin, Anne-Sophie, Pascale et Christophe
Patty Joyner
October 22, 2010
Donnie,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Melinda will be missed, but we will always love both her and you. God will be watching over her now. Love Ya.
CJ and Patty
October 22, 2010
Donnie, our prayers are with you and please know that we are always here for you. We cannot express what a priviledge it was to know Melinda. Her strength and courage through all of this is something that we will always carry with us, and her passion for our Veterans is truly an inspiration for us all. She will forever be in our hearts. We have lost a dear Elk sister and friend but will never forget her. God bless you.
Vicki and Zalph Andrews
J Skinner
October 22, 2010
Donnie, you are in mine, your river family's, and of course, Melinda's prayers. I know she is watching out for you Don. We will miss her sorely. However her kind heart and beautiful smile will never be forgotten by the many of us who loved her. And in that way, she did finally beat her cancer.
October 22, 2010
Jim, Therese, Donnie and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time in the loss of Melinda. May God comfort you with the peace that passes all understanding and with his love and mercy. Love, Richard and Evelyn Eshelman, Akron, Ohio
Pam Woodson
October 22, 2010
Dear Donnie and Family,
My heart goes out to you for your loss. I have no words of wisdom, just thoughts for comfort to be nearby in the form of family, friends, and pets during this sad time.
Tim and Tecie Dander
October 22, 2010
Dear Donnie, We are in awe of the strength and courage you and Melinda displayed throughout your ordeal. Melinda's spirit is amazing. We will miss seeing her friendly face. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincerest sympathies.
Susan Duty
October 22, 2010
Donnie, My heart breaks for you! May you find peace knowing that Melinda touched so many lives with her vibrant smile and personality. I know my life was richer knowing the love you all shared. As we have journeyed through our lives, please know I am here always and my wish for you now is peace and comfort. Blessings! Susan Green Duty
Michelle Vogel
October 22, 2010
Dear Donnie, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Melinda was truly a wonderful woman adored by many people. She will definatly be missed by all of us. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ellen Gillard
October 22, 2010
To Donnie, Max and Melinda's loving family,
We surely have another "Angel" to watch over us and send us love from above. We know you're up there, Melinda girl, leading the choir and taking charge! You are all in my heart, prayers and thoughts. I feel extremely privileged to know and love this beautiful, courageous and generous friend.May God bless you always with sweet memories and eternal love.
My heart is forever with you.
Love, Ellen Gillard
Melinda and Donnie Angel win the Virginia Veterans Volunteer of the Year Award at the June 2010 Elks Convention.
Christine Coles
October 22, 2010
I and my fellow Elks will so miss Melinda and her caring selfless dedication she had for all and the Veterans she worked so hard to make sure she did what she could for them. Donnie has done so much too. He has lovingly cared for his wife and saw all needs were met. Blesss You Donnie. Now we have another Angel in Heaven.
Bonnie Stepp
October 22, 2010
Dear Donnie, Angel Family, and Feight Family,
A best friend is hard to find, hard to lose and hard to forget. I never thought this time would come. My life will be forever changed. Having had the privilege of being best friends with Melinda was the greatest honor. Her strength and compasion stood out in such a way that it was truly unforgettable to me. Many people have walked in and out of my life, but Melinda has left footprints in my heart. Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.
Helen Chewning
October 22, 2010
Donnie my thoughts and prayers are with you, Melinda was a Gem of a lady who will have a great seat in Heaven to rest ,forever a friend .
Helen Chewning.
Helen Chewning
October 22, 2010
Donnie my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time,what beautifull person Melinda was in her heart and soul.
Helen Chewning
October 22, 2010
So very, very sorry.
Una & Ron Shurtleff
October 22, 2010
Donnie my prayers are with you, Heaven is a long way away but Melinda will not be far from our hearts, what a wonderfull person she was.
Helen Chewning.
Amanda Lovelace
October 22, 2010
Hope the Light helps on your Immortal Journey! You will be dearly missed, and thought of often- But NEVER Forgotten!!
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