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Rhonda Suttle
November 26, 2009
May your soul rest in Peace Melissa.We miss you.
October 1, 2009
god bless you all. i am keeping you in my prayers and am so sorry for your loss.
October 1, 2009
Heard news from my friend Tammy in Vanceburg, KY. My condolences...very sad.
Diane Withrow
September 23, 2009
Dylan I have dedicated this to you so you would always know that your mother was a very special person. She touched everyone she met in one way or another. You ment the world to her, she wanted nothing but the best for you. Mommy will always be by your side as your gaurdian angle that she was in life, she will always be there for you in your heart and memories. Love you always, Diane
Angela Fields`
September 21, 2009
Even though i only knew you for the little while you worked at Taco Bell but we became best friends instantly.I came from a big family but still felt like no one cared. You was there no questions asked. I have always had bad friends who talked bad behind my back and great to my face. She was always upfront and honest with me whether i wanted to hear it or not :) She was always there in my time of need and i tried to be as great of a friend to her as she was to me. I love you and will miss you and hope to meet again hopefully in a later time...and will continue to be best friends forever.....
Raine Poland
September 21, 2009
Melissa, we never got to hang out but i wanted you to know that you were always a great friend to me. You made me laugh everytime that i was feeling bad. I loved working with you. You are one of the sweetest girls i have ever met and thats how i know that you are going to heaven. You have a kind heart and you and your family deserve all of my respect. You were always one in a million sweetheart. MUCH LOVE
Raine
withrow Family
September 20, 2009
We laid you to rest but never will we ever forget you and your smile. Please be assured that your son will know who you was and how great of a person you are Diane will not let him forget you. Diane loves you so much we will help her threw this rest girl your job is to watch over the rest of us now. be the ANGEL you always was.
Susan Conley
September 20, 2009
Dear John, Betty & family,
I am so sad to hear the news of your daughter, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. May God shower you with many blessings.
Love, Susan Hake Conley
Barb Noble, Byers
September 19, 2009
Melissa i was there today to say hello to you and your new life Dillon looked wonderful . the picture of you and him was very nice. Erika and Pj wish they could have been there but Erika would have lost her job;so i came for her,I love you rest in peace, good bey for now, till we meat again.
Jaye and Carol
September 19, 2009
Fly with the angels, Melissa
tammy forney
September 19, 2009
melissa was one of my best friends. she was always there to help me when i needed it. even if that meant just coming over to watch movies and eat junk food with me when i couldnt bring myself to do anything else. i love her and will miss her always. Dylan your mommy loved you. even when she wasnt there you were never far from her mind. her face lit up when she talked about you. i hope yours will do the same when you talk about her, after the saddness passes. my prayers are with all who loved her and are suffering from this loss.
Barb Byers
September 19, 2009
Melissa today you will rest your head with the Lord, and be watching over all who you have come in contact with. rest in peace young lady for you are Loved but never forgotten thos of us who can will help watch over your mom ,Dillon 'an the rest of your family ,a long with you .we Love you All ways an you will be missed .

September 19, 2009
erika
September 19, 2009
well today will be ur finally resting day im so sorry i cant make it but my mom will be there in my place at 12:30pm i will pause what im doing at work and think about the good times we had u may be gone but u will never be forgotten in everybody life it seems that u not only touched my life but u touched so many others and im greatful for that i know when i look up at night i see u looking down on me and everybody else we love u and u will be missed but not forgotten R.I.P. MELISSA finally resting day we love u betty and dylan to just now that we are with ur thoughts and prays
brandy bubeck
September 18, 2009
Deepest sympathys! Though we wasnt friends for long u will be missed. The times we shared i will always remimber,loved working with u always made the day go by alot easier.I regret the last time i seen u i didnt say good bye but who's to no what the next day will bring.U will be missed.Now misy u can rest in peace. With love Brandy
renee smith
September 18, 2009
this is from eriks sis n law pls rip love renee
J. Athey
September 18, 2009
With Deepest Sympathy.
Tonya
September 18, 2009
To little m we will miss u so much!My family and the girls loved u as a part of our family and u will always be apart of.
Debbie G
September 18, 2009
Melissa is at peace now and no longer feels the pain that consumed her life for so long. She will be missed by all whose life she touched. My prayers go out to the family and friends.
Al S.
September 18, 2009
Rest in peace, little sister. You are loved & missed!!!
Vicci H.
September 18, 2009
To Betty & Dylan.... Know that Melissa loved you both very much. She talked about her love for you often. She was a beautiful,goofy,innocent,[naive]sensitive,caring young woman. She loved to laugh & to make others laugh. I will miss her!!!
September 18, 2009
u know i sit here and i keep wondering where did time go life throughs us fast balls but nobody is ever prepared for r children to be with god before us well we all miss melissa alot i sit here day and night just think of the what ifs but except my deepist apogilzes i loved haging out with melissa when i lived in ohio we had some fun times but words can'texpress how everybody feels about her being gone . she may be gone but she will never be forgotten she holds a specail place in all of are hearts she will always be watching over all of us i know when i look out at the stars i will see her shining face in heaven. dylan we love u and take care .evrybody is with this family in there time of need .melissa had so many freinds that cared about her she was a good peron . MAY GOD BLESS U GUYS
trina cross
September 18, 2009
melissa we are going to miss you. we loved you very much. you will be missed by alot of friends and family. we had some good times together.i love you.
September 18, 2009
melissa i am going to miss you so much. we had some good times together i will never forget you. rest in peace. you will be missed by alot of friends and family. love you. love trina and family
Amanda Knife
September 17, 2009
Dear Betty, John and Dylan
I am sorry for your lose I know how hard it is to lose someone you loved and I will keep you family in my prayers. Dylan has good people looking out for him and he will grow up strong and beautiful!
my condolences
Amanda Knife
ddn reader dayton ohio
September 17, 2009
sorry about the lost of an mother hope and pray that her child grow into an very wise man with love in his heart an learn to be strong and safe.
September 17, 2009
Melissa,
You are A great friend and good co worker. I'll Never forget you and the great times we had. Double Fabulous.

September 17, 2009
Barb
September 17, 2009
IN my heart i hold a spot it has a tear that you have dropped ,i think of you at night, i think of you at morn , i think of you though out the day . all ways on my mind , we all love you an miss you.
Danielle Linton
September 17, 2009
Dear Melissa, I wish that our final goodbye did not come this way. You were a wonderful, caring, loving, fun to be around person. I miss you. I know you are at peace now and with God. You will forever be in my heart and my memories. And until we meet in again, you will forever be in my thoughts. Dear Dylan, Please know that I will always love you. Dear Betty and John,and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for bringing melissa into my life.
Helen Normile
September 17, 2009
Betty, John, Tammy and Dillion, I am so sorry for your loss. I don't even have the words to speak. I have fond memories of all of us together so many years ago. Know that now Melissa is at peace and through this difficult time you our prayers are with you.

September 17, 2009
holly kimbrell (ray's daughter)
September 17, 2009
dylan, betty and john i am so sorry to hear of your loss. we are praying for you all that god will give you the strength you need to get through this tough time and the faith to know that melissa is now in the hands of god and her struggles are over. she is now at peace and we pray that you all can be too. im so sorry.

September 17, 2009
philip(pj) and erika bolden and plantz
September 17, 2009
dear dylan im really sorry about ur mom just remeber though u have family everywhere and u can pull through this i know its not easy but just look at the stars and u will see ur mom evertime u look up just remeber u have a sister and 2 other brothers out there to we will cross ur path again ur mom might be gone but she is still with u in spirit and angel we all will miss her and love her dearly but nobody ever goes to far from one mother to another no matter what are parents and are children do we always care and love them with everything we got so just remeber as one big family we are always there for u and always will be till are paths cross again with melissa may god bless her and all of us please be with the family and everyone who loved and cherished her dearly love u melissa and miss u
Zachary Traxler
September 17, 2009
We love and miss you Melissa. I will never forget growing up with you.
Locket:
Oh, we'll stop and contemplate our lives together, with all the memories we've shared.
All the handshakes smiles and kisses, hugs and good wishes, saved for a later life.
Part of a song Alex and I wrote.
Love you,
September 17, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
erika plantz
September 17, 2009
my prayers are with ur family melissa i remeber when we used to go and hang out i remeber when u first found out u were pregant things have changed alot in 8 years i wish things would have been different i feel real bad that i tried to get u to come down here just for a while and i keep thinking if u would have u wouldn't be with god right now i know no god did it for a reason it was ur time and i know that u being an angel looking over everyone .i miss hearing u laugh everytime u talk about dlyan seeing ur smilely face we will miss u deeply girl we love u . i gotta think my stars for having someone like u in my life and always.dylan ur mom was a great person always remeber that and she loved u dearly hold the ones u love close to always u never now when its time
September 17, 2009
Meliaas, You are at rest. May God hold you tight and release all your pain and suffering. Rest BABY GIRL I LOVE AND MISS YOU DEARLY!!!!!!
JENNIFER FLORENCE
September 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
JENNIFER FLORENCE
September 17, 2009
I WILL MISS THE TIMES WE SHARED TOGETHER YOU WERE SO MUCH FUN TO BE AROUND.IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY OUR KIDS WERE GRADUATING PRESCHOOL TOGETHER AND YOU WERE SO PROUD OF YOUR SON. I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY. I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH THIS WAS SUCH A HUGE SHOCK TO ME.YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU DEEPLY.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND SON.YOU TOCHED SO MANY PEOPLES HEARTS INCLUDING MINE I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH...R.I.P
JENNIFER
September 17, 2009
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HER SON AND FAMILY!WE WILL ALL MISS YOU.LOVE JENNIFER

The Jester Family
September 17, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the family at this sad time. My husband and I also have lost a daughter and it is definately nothing you can get over, it just gets a little easier to live with each day knowing that you will be with her again one day and until then she will look over you like you've done for her all these years. Dillon, we knew your mom and she was a wonderful person inside and out and I know for a fact that she loved you more than anything, just always know that while you grow up. Also remember that she is always there, she is really never gone. As long as she's in your heart and in the memories you have, she is never gone. God bless to all of the family. Melissa may you rest peacefully sweety :(
JENNIFER FLORENCE
September 17, 2009
I PREY FOR MELISSA AND HER FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNEW MELISSA FROM THE MEETINGS WE ATTENDED THEM TOGETHER.SHE WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY PEOPLE WHO LOVE AND CARE ABOUT HER.I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO HER MOTHER AND SON.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.
September 17, 2009
I would see you come in and go back out. But while you were there your smile shined and lit up the whole room. You were such a loving and caring person. I will miss you and your beautiful smile. Rest in Jesus arms.
REGGAKNECA YOUNG-CLAY
September 16, 2009
WORDS CANT EXPRESS HOW I FEEL I JUST REMEMBER YOUR SMILE AND WHEN WE WONLD PLAY CARDS ALL NIGHT YOU WILL BE MISSED LOVE YOU SO MUCH GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE
Amanda Campbell
September 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Dylan and her family. I was shocked to hear of the news and deeply saddened by the loss of such a beautiful person.You will truly be missed. I hope you have found peace.
Molly and Angie
September 16, 2009
Betty, John and Dylan our deep condolences go out to all of you. Melissa was a very good person who didn't deserve what happened to her. We believe that the person who did this will someday get theirs. You are all loved by many. Our prayers are with you
September 16, 2009
we love you
Big Melissa
September 16, 2009
I just want to say Little Melissa we will never forget you and you will always be in our hearts! So many years together it is hard to come to the reality that you will not be here but I know you will always be watching over us. Dylan,Betty,John and Tammy I love you all very much!
Helen Rowe
September 16, 2009
Melissa, my heart is breaking for you and your beautiful family. You and your family showed so much love to me and mine when we lost John. I hope you meet John again soon. I can see you two having a wonderful time. Betty, John, Tammy and little Dillon...I send you my love and lots and lots of hugs. I know Melissa's spirit will always be with you. Love Helen
a good frends mother
September 16, 2009
AS I sit here reading though your book there are so many beautiful things that are said about Melissa,just knowing your daughter touched so many lives should make you proud,no matter what our kids do we all ways Love them and GOD all ways loves them an takes them to his home just as we would not turn them a way . we love Melissa and will miss her.now she watches over all who Loves an cares about her. GOD BLESS ALL
Charles Strawser
September 16, 2009
I have only the fondest memories of Melissa. She was the loudest, but happiest one on the bus on the way to school most mornings. She was also a very strong person, who wasn't afraid to stand up for herself. I do remember getting yelled at once for doing something that upset her, but I can't remember exactly what it was. From that point on, I felt like I understood and respected her. She definitely holds an indelible spot in my memory.
Elizabeth Davy
September 16, 2009
As I sit and think about all the times that Melissa and I had together, Dylan playing with my kids while we sat on the couch and talked, I will miss those times. I know that she loved Dylan and my deepest sympathies and condolances go to Dylan,her mother and stepdad and all her family. She will always be in our hearts and will never be forgotten.
Heather Erbaugh
September 16, 2009
Melissa was a wonderful person. She cared about everyone she ever came into contact with. My sister and her were really close for alot of years. She helped my mom and sister take care of my two girls when I was having trouble. Betty I am so sorry for your loss. I miss her very much and will think about her all the time. Take good care of that wonderful boy of hers. Dillon your mom loved you very much always remember that.
September 16, 2009
dear Dillion your mom now looks over you no matter what you do or where you go your mom will be there she Loves you so much and so do a lot of other people respect and love for your mom all ways we love her
September 16, 2009
You will be missed. All your troubles are gone and you can rest knowing your son is taken care of by your family. all my thoughts and prayers go out to your friends and family in this dificult time.
Crystal Huffman
September 16, 2009
I remember the nights we stayed over at Melissa house and mine, how much fun we had, and how she always had a light shine in her. She was always searching for her way and I hope she has finally found peace. You will be missed by many. Much love is sent to Dillon may you find your way and always know no matter what you are loved. My deepest sympathy.
Barb Byers
September 16, 2009
dear Dillion your mom now looks over you no matter what you do or where you go your mom will be there she Loves you so much and so do a lot of other people respect and love for your mom all ways we love her
Greg Keller
September 16, 2009
Melissa was a good neighbor, she shared her deepests concerns and her lifes struggles with me,this is such a shock and we will all miss her very much. I pray she has found the peace she was so desperately seeking. Heart filled sorrow goes to her son and parents
Karen & Chrissy Morphew
September 16, 2009
Betty & John & Dillon - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Melissa did not deserve to be taken at such a young age nor to be taken in such a way. I will always think of that young sweet girl that was so kind to my daughter on her first day of school. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
erika plantz
September 16, 2009
my prayers are with u guys betty and dillion i wish things where under better terms i remeber doing all kinds of stuff with melissa she may not be with us but she is here in spirit form she will live on with us she was loved by alot of people she touched so many of are hearts she loved being a mother she was a great friend and will still be with us she gonna be looking out for us now wacthing from above she will be are angel now we miss u and love u melissa always may god be with her family
KATHY ERBAUGH
September 16, 2009
ONE THING THAT I REMEMBER ABOUT ME AND MELISSA IS, SHE USED TO COME OVER TO MY HOUSE AND HELP ME HAND OUT CANDY ON HOLLOWEEN. WE ALWAYS HAD SO MUCH FUN. SHE USED TO GO DANCING WITH ME AND MY MOM, WE EVEN DANCED ALOT ALIKE. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH BETTY, JOHN, AND DILLON IN THIS TIME OF SADNESS.
KATHY ERBAUGH
September 16, 2009
I REMEMBER ALL THE HOLLOWEENS THAT YOU AND I SPENT HANDING OUT CANDY AT MY MOM'S. YOU AND I HAD SO MUCH FUN. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I WILL MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU WILL EVER KNOW. I LOVE YOU GIRL.
Tommy Hill
September 16, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
janelle vaughn
September 16, 2009
my heart goes out for you melissa. life cut too short. the greatest symphathy goes to dillion and her parents. you will be missed and justice will come. you will be in my thoughts. much love to all.
Jan
September 16, 2009
My prayers are with your family....
Diane Withrow
September 16, 2009
I LOVE AND WILL MISS YOU. EVERYTIME I HEAR YOUR NAME I HAVE TO SMILE I WILL NEVER LET DYLAN FORGET HOW MUCH YOU LOVE HIM. REST IN PEACE YOUR STRUGGLES ARE ALL OVER YOU ARE FREE.REST IN PEACE.
September 16, 2009
Please know that Melissa mattered to God. He will make things right in His own time. Trust Him to see your family through this. God Bless you and especially her son
September 16, 2009
My prayers are with you and your family.
Barb Byers
September 16, 2009
Mellisa ,we will miss you very much rest in peace my dear as you are with the Lord now no harm will ever come to you again .you will all ways be Loved and missed but not for gotten. we Love you to Dillon.
Amy Grillot
September 16, 2009
I was blessed to have you apart of my life for a few short years. I saw your struggles and joys. I pray you have found peace and are able to find rest. Dillon and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tania Minton
September 16, 2009
May GOD be with you and your family in this time of grief. Melissa was my best friend for years, she was also very close in a way with my teenagers- always trying to steer them in different directions when it came to addiction. She was a very caring and loving person, do anything for anybody. I will miss her terribly. May GOD lift her up and embrace her and take all her pain from her. I pray that peace embraces you and the family, my deepest sympathies to all. GOD BLESS
September 16, 2009
Betty my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I am truly sorry for loss.
Jennifer Dawson
Sophia Chapman
September 16, 2009
Melissa,
Even though I only met you a few times, I remember you as a young girl at Dan and Tammy's Wedding. I wish you peace and I wish your family my deepest Sympathies
Susan
September 16, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
eliabeth davy
September 16, 2009
Melissa and I had been friends for five years and she was a wonderful person. I know she loved her son more than anything in the world. my condolences go out to the family and friends.
Kim
September 16, 2009
I had an Aunt addicited to crack for all of my childhood and most of my adult life until she stopped. She died recently with complications from that life style. My comfort is knowing that she is now with the Lord and I pray that ou have that same comfort. So sorry for your loss this way. May God bless you and your family.
shellie hinkle
September 16, 2009
Melissa you are in my prayers .i live in ky now and seen that online . i was shocked so many things went threw my mind . i met you and will always remember you . and i will keep ur family and dillion in our prayer . you can rest in peace.
julie williams
September 16, 2009
betty,john,dillon, My heart goes out to in your time of loss losing a child is never easy I hope this poam will help a little it did when my father passed. Do not stand at my grave and weep,Im not there I do not sleep,Im a thousand winds that blow, Im the softly falling snow,Im the gentle showers of rain, Im the feilds of ripening grain,Im in the morning hush, Im in the graseful rush,of beautiful birds in circling flight, Im in the flowers that bloom,Im in a giuet room, Im in the birds that sing,Im in each lovely thing,Do not stand at my grave and cry, Im not there... I do.. I do not die.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Julie. Tim williams
Patti Florence
September 16, 2009
I was a friend of Melissa along time ago, I haden't seen her in over fifteen years. I wish we could have kept in touch. My prayers and deepest sympathies to all of her family.
Lyndsey Besecker
September 15, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about this. I know Melissa very well and I have saw her struggle through things but I do know that she didnt want to be where she was. My condolences go out to her precious son Dillon and her parents that I know loved her deeply. Im still shocked to hear about this. I cant imagine what you are going through. We love you Melissa!
Christy
September 15, 2009
Melissa, those who know you will see what a wonderful mom you wanted to be. I'll never forget you're happy, smiling face while showing me pictures of Dillion. Live on in spirit and love him from above

Keri McCormick
September 15, 2009
It is sad that her life was taken so early but heaven needed an angel and he has called her up. Rest in peace baby girl and we will all see you when it is our turn.
Eddie & Crew
September 15, 2009
Betty, Johnny, and Sweet Dill Pickle
~ Our hearts dropped when we heard the sad sad news! We know that no words can soften the pain that you are feeling but please know that we will forever have nothing but wonderful happy memories of our times with Melissa! We are here for you in your time of mourning. We loved our sweet niece/cousin for many years! May she rest with our Angels above!
We love you and are here for you all!
September 15, 2009
we are saddened by the loss of such a beautiful spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dillion and her family. Rest in peace Melissa
Reedy Family
September 15, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of Melissa. She was a beautiful spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dillion and her family. Rest in peace Melissa.
September 15, 2009
Beautiful thoughts Danielle. Everyone has beauty and you captured some of Melissa's well. I wish we could have done more.
Becky
September 15, 2009
My condolences to Melissa's family and friends. You are all in my prayers
Todd, Kim & Karli
September 15, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of Melissa's young life. Our hearts are saddened and prayers are with Dillon and her parents. Those of us who knew and loved her will miss her greatly.
our deepest sympathy
much love
Amy Hertog
September 15, 2009
We pray for Melissa and her family. We did not know Melissa but are stunned by such a senseless and tragic loss.
May peace be with you-
Brandy Iddings - Joins
September 15, 2009
The shock of hearing about Melissa's death is still ringing in my ears. I am so sorry that she has been taken away from us. Her knack for creating laughter and the way she made you feel loved and cared for will never be forgotten. I'll miss her dearly.
Bob and Camille Ferrara
September 15, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Pam&Morris Rogan
September 15, 2009
Our heart felt sympathy goes out to her family and son!!!Our prayers are with you during this very sad time.
Much Love & Care
Pam & Morris Rogan
Terry
September 15, 2009
I didn't know you Melissa,but my heartfelt sympathies go with you and your family. Rest in Peace.
katie goodrich
September 15, 2009
Melissa was a friend to many and will be missed among those who knew her best.
Danielle Linton
September 15, 2009
I remember spending many nights over at melissa's house when we were kids. Sitting up all night gossiping about boys and what it was going to be like when we got older. Jumping over matresses just to see who could jump the farthest. Playing monopoly and yahtzee. Betty would even join us sometimes for a game of yahtzee.
Holly Scherer
September 15, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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