Melissa Rose Avrin

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I am so terribly sorry for your tremendous loss. This is a horrible disease as we have learned first hand with our daughter. Melissa was sure a beautiful girl in many, many ways. I wish this disease was more in the spotlight so that more attention could be focused on finding a cure. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

Dear Avrin Family - We at the "Y" Nursery School were very saddened to hear about Melissa. We have very fond memories of Melissa and your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this very sad time. Doris Doctor

God Bless.

Dear Arvin Family,
I also had class with your daughter Melissa, She was always such a good person that was funny and easy to get along with. I'm very sorry for your loss, she was a great kid.

Dear Avrin Family,

I was fortunate enough to have a class with your daughter Melissa. I am very sorry for your loss. She really was a nice person and she will be missed.

-Philip Facendola
William Paterson University Student

Dear Mrs. Avrin,
I just learned of Melissa's death this evening and am very saddened by this news. I have only known Melissa for a very short time, but I will always remember her generous spirit. I hope it will bring you some comfort to know that your daughter was well respected and well liked by those of us who were fortunate enough to know her, even if only for a few months.
With sincerest sympathy,
Clovia Feldman
William Paterson University

Dear Bill, Judy, and Andrew,

Words cannot convey how heartbroken we feel over the loss of dear Melissa. While she will be sorely missed, she will always be with us in our hearts. I know there is little one can say to lessen the pain you are feeling, but I hope you will find some comfort in knowing that you are in our thoughts.

With Love,
Carol & Barry & Mo

Dear Avrin Family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences to you for the terrible loss of your daughter Melissa. On behalf of NEDA, please know that her tragic lost battle with this awful illness will only drive us that much harder to make a difference. I am just so sorry that we couldn't do enough in time to help Melissa. Your thoughtfulness and generosity of spirit during this difficult time to name NEDA as a recipent of memorial contributions is amazing. We are most honored.