Melissa Ann Evans Bender

Melissa Ann Evans Bender obituary, Columbus, OH

Melissa Ann Evans Bender

Melissa Evans Bender Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jerry Spears Funeral Home - Columbus on Dec. 2, 2023.

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Melissa Ann Evans Bender, 53, passed away at her home Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Missy was born September 1, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio to Willard Jr. and Judy (Bates) Evans. Missy graduated from Westland High School. Missy married the love of her life, Paul Bender December 24, 2001.
She and Paul loved to travel and ride motorcycles with family and friends.
Missy was always proud of the family they created with their daughter Katie.
She always loved a good Broadway show, Taylor Swift concerts, hoarding Vera Bradley bags, anything Disney, and spending time with her daughter Katie and grandson Emerson. Missy loved spending a quite evening at home watching Netflix, eating chocolate, and cuddling with her two chihuahuas Noel and Rico.
Missy is preceded in death by her husband Paul Bender and her parents Willard Jr. and Judy Evans. Survivors include Katie Bender (daughter) and Emerson Skaggs (grandson), along with many other family and friends who loved and will miss her dearly.
A service of remembrance will be established at a later date. Those who wish to remember Missy can send condolences to Katie Bender: 436 Hiler Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228.
Arrangements completed by JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME with Crematory.
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December 3, 2023

Richard Russell Fleming posted to the memorial.

December 2, 2023

Debra Bates posted to the memorial.

December 2, 2023

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Richard Russell Fleming

December 3, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Went to school with Melissa and she was just a sweet lady. My deepest condolences.

Debra Bates

December 2, 2023

I am so happy that I spent time with my Niece, Missy, a few weeks ago. See took me to the Fish Market and then to see the Shania Twain Concert. We had a great time. I Love you and God Bless you in Heaven.

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