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Melissa Denise Seay Obituary
Melissa Seay was born in Cleveland, Tenn. She attended high school at Cleveland High School. She also attended Tennessee Tech in Cookeville, Tenn., where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Throughout her matriculation through life, she met the love of her life, Quinn Seay in Tennessee. After getting married, they later relocated to Gainesville, Ga. Upon relocating, she accepted a career at Northeast Georgia Primary Care where she was a dedicated employee for 20 years. She attended St. John and Chicopee Baptist Church and was currently under the watch of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Melissa was very involved in her community as well. Melissa worked in and with her neighborhood and was always lending a helping hand to those in need. Melissa was the accountant for the family foundation, Youth Unite Inc. This courageous woman will be missed throughout the Gainesville and Tennessee Communities.
Melissa leaves to cherish her memories of her husband Quinn Seay; two sons, Jonathan and Marc Seay of Gainesville, Ga.; parents, Emily (Larry) Fields of Cleveland, Tenn., Earl (Catherine) Westfield of Philadelphia, Pa.; one sister, Mary Westfield of Cleveland, Tenn.; grandparents, Earl (Johnye Belle) Westfield of Philadelphia, Pa.; two aunts, Joan (David) Steward of Cleveland, Tenn., Jean Coverton of Summerville, Ga.; five uncles, Keith (Harritte) Beck of Tulsa, Okla., Eric Beck, Derrick Pugh, Wesley King all of Cleveland, Tenn., Michael (Evelyn) Westfield of Philadelphia , Pa.; Father and Mother-in-law, John (Peggy) Seay of Riddleton, Tenn.; two brothers-in-law, Terry (Sanetra) Seay of Carthage, Tenn., Quince Seay of Riddleton, Tenn., a very special aunt, Deborah Jones of Cleveland, Tenn., a very special cousin, Ava McCall of Philadelphia, Pa.; and a host of nieces; nephews; cousins; relatives; and friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at 1 p.m. at St. John Baptist Church, 757 E.E. Butler Parkway, Gainesville, the Rev. Stephen Samuels, pastor, the Rev. Christopher A. Wimberly Sr., eulogists. Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Chicopee Baptist Church, 13 First St., Gainesville, GA, from 6-8 p.m.
Celebration will continue on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 799 Inman St. E., Cleveland, TN 37311. Family will receive friends from 2-3 p.m. Funeral Services will begin at 3 p.m. Eulogist: The Rev. Edward Robinson, pastor. Interment: Fort Hill Cemetery in Cleveland, Tenn. Professional services entrusted to Wimberly & Jackson Funeral Home, 325 Summit St., Gainesville, GA 30501, 770-536-3251.
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Memories and Condolences
for Melissa Denise Seay
Harold Lott
December 10, 2013
Quinn, my most sincere prayers and condolences to you, your families, friends and loved ones during this time.
juan mcallister
December 10, 2013
On behalf of the McAllister Family you were like a sister to me and Quinn and I would always tease you to keep your spirits up. I will miss your emergency pick my kids calls and more importantly jus you period....I am going to do what your mother asked me to do I promise!!! Love you Melissa and Quinn you're my Brotha!!!!
kerrell scott
December 9, 2013
You will be truly missed but have gone to a better place in the heaven above.
Angela Burce
December 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.
cherryl mance long Chris mance's Sister
December 7, 2013
My dear Quinn and family my thoughts and prayers are with you seems like it was only yesterday you were comforting Us I love you if there is anything I can help you with please let me know txt me your address I want to send you something God Bless you and the family
Darlene Hicks
December 7, 2013
Melissa,
Truly a good friend and co-worker (Johnston Coca-Cola in Cleveland TN) and I will truly miss you.
Barbara Smith
December 6, 2013
No more pain, no more sorrow. God has called his angel to the ultimate homecoming. Her light will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my sister....May her family and friends find peace in knowing that God loves her more! Allow God's comfort and strength to keep you in this time of need...
Tieondra Atkins
December 5, 2013
Melissa, your kind heart and warm, strong, motivating spirit will certainly be missed. May you Rest in Heaven Love!
Karen Gipson
December 5, 2013
You were an inspiration, Melissa. I will miss you everyday. I know you are in a better place with no pain. Thank you for being my friend and sister.
MARCELLA PHILLIPS
December 5, 2013
YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED!
Marcella Phillips
December 5, 2013
I'm honored to have met such a beautiful ANGEL!You left us with so much to grateful for and taught us to love and take care of each other,to keep going know matter what,you taught us strength and faith.You have inspired me!I thank God for allowing us to cross path's through this journey and I will see you again oneday,until then I will be looking up to heaven for your beautiful smile.Love always MARCELLA PHILLIPS
Karen Adams
December 5, 2013
You will be missed.
Mindy Berry
December 5, 2013
Every moment with you is cherished. I know that you are a Princess in heaven, but your contagious smile will be greatly missed. Love you and miss you.
Carla Chandler
December 5, 2013
Even though I only knew you a very short time you were such an inspiration.
Brenda Trammell
December 5, 2013
We love you Melissa and you will be missed more than words can say. You have been a part of our lives for 20 years and we know the life you have lived and that you have touched many people. We know without a doubt that you are in a better place.
Karen Gipson
December 5, 2013
No more pain, Melissa. I will miss you everyday and I love you from the bottom of my heart. Thanks for being a part of my life. You were a strong person and an inspiration to everyone you were around. Love you always!
Notchea Ward
December 5, 2013
Melissa you were fought a long battle with your illness and will be dearly missed. Many prayers for peace and strength for your family during this difficult time.
Laurie Lovelady
December 5, 2013
Melissa was a wonderful friend & co-worker & she is dearly missed by those who knew her. She has left behind a legacy of caring for others & our hearts go out to Quinn & the boys on their loss. She will always be remembered as an example of what God wants us to be in our lives.
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