Melanie James Palmer

I will remember your kindness, compassion, intelligence, hilarious sense of humor, and for the immense love you have for your children. You made our girls cruises and get togethers so much more fun. I´ll always remember our "Sisterwives" cruise - you had the best time explaining our t-shirts and weaving the silly stories to tell our fellow travellers. When you last visited Utah, we talked about our next girls cruise - I hope you will be with us in spirit and know how loved you are. You...

Melanie, I love you and miss you, but I also know this is just a short period before I can see you again. Some of my happiest memories growing up were the times I got to spend with my James cousins. Claude is right - you always lit up the room even in those "growing up" years of ours. My prayers are with your kids and all of the James family. Fred Vander Werff, Utah

I remember the first time I met you Melanie. I was drawn to your fun, radiant personality. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

I could never get enough of your sense of humor, and a witty banter that slayed me and endered you. And no matter how many times you'd re-tell my favorite story (I asked to hear it a lot) of you explaining your kids while one licked a chalkboard made me laugh every single time. Our conversations were always enjoyable. I will always have a special love for you! farewell, my wonderful, beautiful, impishly sarcastic, and forever funny friend.

Melanie, you were "my sister from another mister" and I will forever cherish our friendship. Rest well.

To love and be loved: that´s why we are here and you did just that. Miss you, sweet friend.

Melanie was always very positive and did light up the room any place she was present. I had the opportunity to see Melanie and Gary sing their karoke comedy routine. Both talented, funny, and in sync with one another. When I was in Austion earlier this year I was able to spend some quality time with her seeing her work with the previously homeless. She was very proud to work with Alan and the other staff at Mobile Loaves and Fishes. I was proud of her that she found satisfying work with a...