Melissa Brown Tompkins

Melissa Brown Tompkins

Melissa Tompkins Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 11, 2008.
TOMPKINS, Melissa Brown, of McLean, Va. passed away on November 1, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Ben Tompkins; mother of Schuyler and Ben Jr.; and devoted daughter of Sidney and Pamela Brown of Meredithville, Va. She is also survived by her brothers, Sidney R. Brown and Boyd H. Brown (Ann); and sister, Lindora B. Moran (Tom). Funeral services were held at St. John's Episcopal Church, McLean ,on Friday, November 7. Memorial contributions can be made to the University of Virginia Fund, P.O. Box 400314, Charlottesville, Va. 22904, or SPCA of Northern Virginia, P.O. Box 100220, Arlington, Va. 22210-3220. Please view and sign Melissa's guestbook at www.moneyandking.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 25, 2008

Kim Tuten Gallagher posted to the memorial.

November 22, 2008

Melinda Artman posted to the memorial.

November 19, 2008

King Butterworth posted to the memorial.

Kim Tuten Gallagher

November 25, 2008

I was a sorority sister of Melissa and just thought the world of her and her sister Lindora. My memories are of a beautiful young woman, full of life and wonder. God's peace be with all of you.

Melinda Artman

November 22, 2008

Dear Ben: I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. You and your children are in my prayers.
Melinda Artman

King Butterworth

November 19, 2008

I am saddened to hear of Melissa's passing. I have fond memories of her, especially of the excitement she brought to my pajama party when we were 12 years old. Although I had not remained in contact with her since graduating high school, I know that she was loved and deeply admired. Please know that I am thinking of you all at this time.

Larr Kelly

November 13, 2008

My condolences Ben.

Jean Morrissett

November 12, 2008

Ben, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Phil London

November 10, 2008

Ben,
Jennifer & I are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

Cathy Lewis

November 7, 2008

Ben, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I know that you are in the thoughts of many of my colleagues in Fairfax County.

Peter Braham

November 7, 2008

Ben,

My deepest sympathy for your family's recent loss; I am at a loss for words.

Dee Romanek

November 6, 2008

I've been cycling with Melissa for close to 10 years and have been touched by her strength, humor and kindness many times. I extend my deepest condolences for your profound loss. She will be greatly missed.

Peter Rosen

November 6, 2008

Ben, there are no word's that I can offer at this time. My sorrow for you and the kids is overwhelming.

Steve and Missy Norair

November 6, 2008

Ben and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

Julia and Clark Strickland

November 6, 2008

Ben, Clark and I were deeply saddened to hear of Melissa's passing. Your announcement of her "Life Lived Large" was artfully written and a comfort. You and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers.

DiAnne & Wayne Lee

November 5, 2008

We send our love and deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God be with you and give you peace and comfort.

Randy & Terri Minchew

November 5, 2008

Dear Ben and Family,

Terri and I just heard the news and we are so saddened and struck. Our hearts, prayers, and thoughts are with you

Barbara Watson

November 5, 2008

You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

Sarah Conway

November 5, 2008

It is with a very heavy heart that I express my deepest sorrow for your loss. May you find peace and may God be with your family, my prayers are with you.

Robin Antonucci

November 5, 2008

Ben,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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