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Melissa Jane Jumper
1950 - 2017
Melissa Jane Jumper
1950 - 2017
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BORN
1950
DIED
2017
Melissa Jumper Obituary
Memorial services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2nd, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Clark officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Melissa, the daughter of Frank & Mary Jane Guthrie Kennedy, was born Dec. 27, 1950, in Decatur, AL.
She served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged as a Second Messenger.
Melissa owned and operated a day care in her home for many years. She was fortunate to have found a career in which she was able to fulfill her passion for the care of children. A gentle, kind woman, who never met a stranger, Melissa found joy and beauty in all things simple. She had attended Lamar Avenue Church of Christ.
Her parents and a brother, Charles Kennedy, preceded her in death.
Survivors include her son, Ronnie Jumper & wife Sharmin of Allen, a grandson, Ryan Jumper of Allen along with a number of nieces & nephews and a host of friends.
To give a memorial gift in memory of Melissa, please go to the "Go Fund Me" site and search for the Melissa Jumper fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Steve Gossett
November 30, 2017
Ronnie I am very sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort and peace for you and your family during this difficult time. Big hug to you my friend.
Chuck Reedy
November 26, 2017
Yes she will be missed she was very nice lady with a big heart nice to everyone
Chuck Reedy
November 26, 2017
Yes she will be missed she was very kind sweet lady
Judy Malone
November 26, 2017
Dear Ronnie and family, My heart is heavy with the loss of your dear mother. Melissa was such a sweet soul. I know that Charles and Honey met her as she transitioned, so I have joy for their reunion while I mourn our loss of her from our dimension. Prayers and deepest sympathy to you and your family during this sad time. Love and peace,
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Larry Smith
November 26, 2017
Ronnie and family. I am shocked and so sorry for your loss. I was a childhood and lifetime friend of Melissa. Your uncle Charles was my best friend since age 3, and my early days are filled with memories of Frank and Mary Jane. Your mom was a wonderful person, and I loved her like a sister. I will really, really miss her. Sending prayers. May God give you peace and comfort.
Carla Parker
November 26, 2017
Ronnie and Sharmin I am so sorry for your loss. Melissa was such a caring person and she will be missed. Praying for comfort and peace for your family.
Carla Parker
Melissa Jumper
Rebecca Clive
November 26, 2017
Melissa was a wonderful, loving and caring person. I will miss the great conversations and her laugh. Ronnie y'all will be in our prayers during this difficult time.
Love y'all,
George, Rebecca, Devin Clive
November 26, 2017
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11
Cari Skinner
November 26, 2017
What a beautiful heart and soul. Melissa, you are one of my dearest friends. I will love and miss you always!
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