Melissa Anderson

Redding, CA

A beloved member of the Redding community, Melissa Anderson passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2018. Born in San Mateo, CA to Junell and Lloyd Gill on February 26, 1960. Melissa graduated from Analy High School in Sebastopol and later went on to pursue her passion for cooking and baking, attending the Tante Marie culinary school in San Francisco. Melissa's family came to Redding in the late 1970's opening the Morral Deli and later Junell's Restaurant and Catering.

Melissa met her husband Mike in 1987 at the Holiday Inn. Love at first sight led to their wedding on September 10, 1988. Mike and Melissa were blessed with a wonderful family; daughter Lauren and twin boys, Jordan and Chase. Her proudest moments included Lauren opening her business; Jordan graduating with a Bachelor's in Nursing Degree from Boise State, and Chase's promotion with CalFire as a Fire Apparatus Engineer and watching him marry the love of his life, Taylor.

Melissa was not only a full time mother to her own children, but was a mom to all kids. She had the purest, most nurturing heart and brought immense love and joy to all who knew her.

Melissa appreciated everything about the great outdoors-she especially enjoyed mountain biking, running on the river trail, hiking with her family, and spending time on the river.

The staggering impact of Melissa's absence, vibrancy and love for life and family is indescribable but the family is determined to live out one of her favorite quotes:

"Do not be dismayed by the brokenness of the world. All things break. And all things can be mended. Not with time, as they say, but with intention. So go. Love intentionally, extravagantly, unconditionally. The broken world waits in darkness for the light that is in you." - LR Knost

She is survived by her husband Mike and children Lauren, Chase (Taylor) and Jordan Anderson. Her mother Junell, and siblings; Greg (Jackie), Michelle (Paul), Scott (Katie) and Vickie; Sister-in-law Lora (Jim), Brother-in-law Jeff(Sherri); thirteen nieces and nephews, and fourteen great nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on January 12th at Neighborhood Church in Redding at 11am, with a celebration of life to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to High Fives Foundation.

Please sign the guestbook at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/redding/

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Published by Redding Record Searchlight on Jan. 6, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Melissa Anderson

17 Entries

Sandy Miller

January 28, 2019

I will miss your calls
Thank you for being my fried

Kelley Sheehy

January 23, 2019

Dear Mike and family,

I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your wife, mother, sister, and daughter Melissa.

She was a kind neighbor and a lovely human.

Melissa was truly blessed with grace and kindness. She is a example to any person she touched in her life.

Very truly yours,

Kelley Sheehy

Ramona King

January 12, 2019

What a loss. Melissa was such a beautiful person. I remembered when I first came to Redding working. She took me under her wing.
Truly the loss will be felt.

Aunt Lee, Doug and Cathy Lucas

January 11, 2019

We are shocked and saddened at the news of Melissas death. We send our love and prayers to Aunt Junell, Mike, Lauren, Chase, Jordan, Michelle, Greg and Scott and to all who loved her.

January 11, 2019

Mike, Junell, Michelle and all of Melissa's wonderful family. We're heartbroken to hear of this, indeed, staggering loss. We have such good memories of Melissa and her cooking, working with her in HUG and learning so much from her. Sending love. Brian and Sandee Burk

Jim and Carla Lightner

January 9, 2019

We are so blessed to have known Melissa over the years. What a kind, gentle soul. Our thoughts are with you Mike, Lauren, Jordan and Chase.

Jim Bertoli

January 8, 2019

It is with great sadness that I am writing this to say goodbye to you. You will always be remembered as a wonderful friend and great classmate. The world is a little less bright without your radiant smile and wonderful personality. May your rest be peaceful.

Brenda Clark

January 7, 2019

Rest in Peace Melissa.... beautiful woman, beautiful smile...I am blessed to have known you, thank you

Louise Tuthill

January 7, 2019

We will all miss Melissa in our Tilton Mine neighborhood. Always a smile as she was dashing by with husband Mike on her bike. A lovely person inside and out. We will miss you. Louise and Clark Tuthill

January 7, 2019

Beautiful Melissa, inside & out! God must have needed an extra Angel ! You will be soo dearly missed!! My heartfeltl condolences to Mike & family, Mom Junell, Michelle & All....brother, & Nephew' s & niece's . Melissa overflowing with such energy fun, & affection , with that beautiful smile that she "always" greeted you with, who uniquely FRIENDSHIP that made you feel special! she brought happiness to ALL who were lucky enough to know her, & she leaves us all with a little bit of herself, & FUN MEMORIES, I KNOW I HAVE MINE. xoxox Virgie

January 7, 2019

Mike, Greg, and family,

What a shock! what a loss. What a beautiful soul.

Jerry and Kay Warren

Gayle Carter

January 7, 2019

Dear Mike and family,
Family here in Washington state are thinking and praying for all of you at this most difficult time!! We truly are sorry for your loss!
Love, Your cousins

Debbie Cogle Cartwright

January 6, 2019

My heart breaks for Mike, Melissa's mom, and Jordan, Chase, and Lauren. Melissa was such a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She was my room mother when the boys were in third grade at Shasta. She sure knew how to give a party! Melissa was so fun and creative, everything she did for our class made wonderful memories. God bless and keep each of you.

Bob and Yvonne Ayres

January 6, 2019

We had the pleasure of meeting Melissa through her daughter Lauren. We were so lucky to have had this opportunity. May God Bless and help the family through this unbelievable time. Bob and Yvonne Ayres

January 6, 2019

I met Melissa through her daughter Lauren and was one lucky person to have had this opportunity. Our prayers are with the family and may God Bless at this unbelievable time. Love Bob and Yvonne Ayres

Bonny Stephens

January 6, 2019

Mike,Lauren,Chase and Jordan our hearts ache over the loss of you beautiful wife/mother...I feel such a special bond with our youth football families, we were all together for so many years and you are all such a special part of Nate's life still. Her beautiful smile and kind heart and devotion to family was immeasurable. We love you all and wrap our hearts around you all and are here for you yesterday, today and always. Sincerest condolences, Dave,Bonny, Tanner & Nate Stephens

January 5, 2019

I'm so sorry to hear of your loved and deepest condolences are extended to you. Something that's helped me through the death of loved ones is to reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:26.

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