Melissa Bazley, 62, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Winterset, Iowa. Services and a celebration of life will be held at a later time in Blue Springs, Missouri.
Melissa was born October 24, 1959, in Des Moines, IA, to Max and Doris (Rimel) Knauer. She married Raymond Bazley in December, 2000.
Melissa shared her passion of repurposing vintage and antique treasures through their Etsy shop, RayMels. Her wish was to help create and awaken happy memories for their thousands of customers all over the world. Melissa loved finding new ways to showcase her talents with her husband Raymond. Their wood engraving business flourished and Melissa was able to work from home and be amongst her family. She was a crafty, artsy, vibrant person who loved board games, hiking in the woods, and overall, a woman who embodied joy. Melissa loved sunrises and the hope & new beginnings that each sunrise represents. She spread joy to everyone!
Melissa is survived by her husband, Raymond Bazley; brother, Michael (Kathleen) Knauer; three sisters, Jennifer (Kim) Doughty of Clear Lake, IA, Melody (Scott) Nelson of Des Moines, IA, and Julia (Roger) Morgan of Durant, OK; sister-in-law, Kittie Weston-Knauer; two sons, Devin (Mallory) Cooper, and Seth Bazley; two daughters, Kuri Bolger and Mallory (Ron) Mallette; three grandchildren, Naomi Cooper, Magnolia Cooper, and Brysen Bolger; stepdaughter, Callie, and her children, Keegan, Madysen, Jaxson, and Corbyn; and many members of the Cooper family tribe. Her granddaughter, Kinlee June Bolger, grandson, Owen Jacob Bolger, and son-in-law, Michael Steven Bolger, died in the tornado with her. Melissa was preceded in death by her late husband, Robert Cooper; mother, Doris Edna Knauer; father, Max Knauer, Jr.; and brother, Max Knauer, III.
Contributions can be made to the Melissa Bazley Memorial Fund to benefit the family. Memorial gifts should be made to:
Melissa Bazley Memorial Fund
c/o Melody Nelson
1011 36th St.
Des Moines, IA 50311
A Celebration of Life will be held for Melissa Bazley, Michael, Kinlee, and Owen Bolger on Friday, April 22, 2022 10:30 am at First Baptist Church Blue Springs 4500 Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057.
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March 23, 2022
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Julie Campbell Gray
Melissa was my friend in college at Central Methodist. She was loved by all and will be missed so much. Prayers for all of you during this difficult time. Julie
March 23, 2022
Lori Smith
My heart is breaking for all of you. I remember fondly all of you from St Peter. Melissa was such a precious caring lady. I´m praying for all of you as you walk through this new stage in life.
March 21, 2022
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Kent and Pamela Bender
May the lord help you find comfort and peace with family memories
Kent and Pam Bender
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