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1947
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2023
Melissa Kirkpatrick Obituary
HARROD -- Melissa Kay Kirkpatrick, age 49 of Harrod, passed away July 4, 2023.
She was born April 13, 1974 in Lima, to Gary Dean Bradley and Leanna Kay (Beers) Price. Gary survives in Bowling Green, KY and Leanna & Doyle Price survive in Waynesfield. On September 2, 1995 she married Mark Kirkpatrick who survives.
Also surviving are their children: Miranda & Mason Kirkpatrick of Harrod; a brother, Michael Dean Bradley of Waynesfield and a sister, Kimberly Ann Bradley of Lima.
Melissa was a 1992 graduate of Allen East High School. She was currently a teacher's assistant at Cridersville Elementary School, and had previously been employed at Lima City Schools and Marimor. When she was younger, she had been employed at Stites Grocery. She was a member of the Allen East Band, was involved with her Ladies' Bible Study and attended Immanuel Baptist Church. She was a loving individual, a true caregiver and was always looking out for others.
A Celebration for Melissa will begin at 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Immanuel Baptist Church, 2575 Harding Highway, Lima, with Pastor Paul Osborne to officiate the service beginning at 5:00 p.m. A family dinner will follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to upperroom.org or ourdailybread.org
Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Melanie Shobe-Wierwille
July 12, 2023
Met Melissa working at the Allen County Board of DD, introduced to her by our mutual friend, Angela Wenger. Melissa was a sweet, fun, caring person and my condolences and prayers to all who loved and will miss her.
Linda Bowman
July 10, 2023
Our sympathy goes to Melissa's family.
Sincerely, Garry/Linda Bowman
Karen Garland
July 10, 2023
My condolences to the family. I worked with Melissa at Marimor, she was always smiling and had the best attitude! I enjoyed running in to her every year at Indian Lake Fall Fest...it will not be the same not running into her and getting a hug. Rest easy my friend.
Karen Pifer
July 9, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at Sams Club and trained her on the register when she started there. She had a caring heart and was very sweet and nice. I enjoyed working with her. She will be missed. You´re all in my prayers and God Bless you all.
Serena Coulter
July 9, 2023
So sorry to hear about Melissa, I have known her ever since I first met her a long time ago when I was 15 she was a good friend to so many and she will be deeply missed by all friends and family. God Bless
Karen sponsler
July 9, 2023
I´m so sorry for your loss she will be missed.she made everybody laugh and everybody loved her and her smile such a sweet person rest in pease melissa
Catherine Hannah
July 8, 2023
Your beautiful soul will be remembered. Worked at Marimor, Melissa always had a smile that would warm your heart. Rest in Peace
Roxie Jett craig
July 8, 2023
I worked with Melissa at Stites. Was so excited when Mason and my grandson Logan became friends. It allowed me to reconnect with Melissa. Keeping you all in prayer. Roxie Jett Craig
Barb Blass
July 8, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the family. I worked with Melissa at Marimor School. She was a wonderful woman; always loving and compassionate. Praying for God´s peace and comfort.
Karen Perrine. (Stiles)
July 8, 2023
My deepest sympathies to you. I will pray for your peace and comfort in your loss.
Rodney and Anita
July 8, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rachel Steed
July 8, 2023
You were such a beautiful soul You literally lit the room up when u walked in. You had such a beautiful heart that loved and cared for so many! I remember how much you adored your Grandma and all of the talks we had, the laughs, and tears. All the stories about our kids. The late night visits just to talk! U allowed me the honor of watching your babies til they were old enough to be in school. U were so good to me. You poured your life into so many. It seemed like yesterday you sat beside me at Allen East while Nathan was getting recognized his Sr year. You passed me a Kleenex cause u saw my tears. You took pics for me. Our last talk was at Walmart and we talked until the ice cream melted. but that was fine. I will always remember you, my dear Melissa. Love and many prayers. So very sorry Doyle and Leanna, Miranda, Mason, and Mark. Praying God brings comfort until we all meet again
Barb Barhorst prince
July 7, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear this. I had Mason in preschool and worked with Melissa she was always so positive and happy!! Glad I got a hug last time I saw her. My prayers are with you all.
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