Melissa Best Tom

Melissa Best Tom obituary, Louisville, TN

Melissa Best Tom

Melissa Tom Obituary

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Louisville - Melissa Best Tom, age 62, of Louisville, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday August 11, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Dave Tom; her daughter, Lindsay Meinzer (Brett); her parents, Troy and Harriett Best; her nephew, J.J. Campbell; and her beloved dog, Betty. The family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 PM, Friday, August 15, 2025, at McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral with the service to honor Melissa's life at 6:00 PM with Pastor Jason Stubblefield officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 16th at Williamson Chapel Cemetery for the interment. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Blount County Humane Society, a cause close to Melissa's heart. www.mccammonammonsclick.com 865-982-6812

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