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Melissa Rourke Obituary
On Tuesday January 23, 2018, Melissa Rourke of Lakewood, Washington unexpectedly passed away in her home from unknown causes. She is survived by her sister, Allyson Rourke, her nephew Ryan Schatschneider and her parents Rosalyn and Philip Rourke.
Melissa was born in Phoenix, Arizona on July 9, 1978. She grew up in Clyde Hill, Washington. Melissa graduated from Lakeside High School in 1996. She majored in Philosophy and graduated with honors from Yale University in 2000. Melissa earned her Juris Doctor law degree from Georgetown Law School in 2004. She practiced Environmental Law with the State of Washington Attorney General's Office in Olympia until 2013. From then until her passing, Melissa worked as a Life, Nutrition and Fitness Coach. In the last year of her life, she also served the role of spiritual advisor to individuals who sought out her council.
In the summer months, Melissa's family will host a memorial for friends and family celebrating Melissa's life. Sign her guest book at www.Legacy.com
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Ryan Schatschneider
December 28, 2019
Saba, the dog on the left still lives with me, but Harry, the dog on the other side sadly passed away, now Melissa and Harry live peacefully in heaven together.
Ryan Schatschneider
December 28, 2019
great person and i'm going to miss her
Liz Smith
April 22, 2018
A light has gone out. My codolences to Melissa's family.
Sylvia Campbell
April 22, 2018
My sincere condolences to Melissa's family. Melissa was a wonderful friend & inspiring coach. I'm so sorry to hear this news and I'll miss her dearly.
Christa Thompson
February 5, 2018
I was Melissa's first supervisor when she first started at the AGO. I was impressed by her intelligence and upbeat, but quiet personality. She was always one of my favorite "hires". I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Laura Watson
February 3, 2018
Melissa was such a kind-hearted and lovely person. Although she was a brilliant lawyer, I think many of us fellow lawyers admired her for following her heart and becoming a life coach and personal trainer. It seems that everyone who knew Melissa was affected positively by her in some way. We miss her.
Mary Lou Montville
February 1, 2018
John and I are so sorry. We hold all of you close in our thoughts and prayers, and know that Melissa will live on in your hearts.
Jennifer James
January 31, 2018
Melissa was a good person and I wish I knew her better. My condolences to her family and friends.
Phyllis Barney
January 31, 2018
It is so difficult to come to grips with this sad news. Memories of Melissa's smile, her laughter, her wit and inspiration are keeping her close in my thoughts these last few days. She meant a great deal to so many people, and all of us who received the gift of her friendship can look fondly back at how she added to our lives.
Harper Wood
January 30, 2018
All my love and support to Melissa's family. May God shine His grace on you.
Margaret Hewes
January 30, 2018
Richard and I are very, very sorry.
Margaret Hewes
Miss you my friend.
Francine Gumina
January 30, 2018
Gwen Williams
January 30, 2018
Hank, Lara, Ali and I send our love to you with sweet thoughts and memories of Melissa. She was an inspiration and a guide.
Melissa Donegan
January 30, 2018
May the love and prayers of friends and family comfort you at this difficult time. May the memories of happy times together live forever in your hearts.
Alan Fine
January 30, 2018
Carole and I send our condolences!
Marilyn
January 30, 2018
Beautiful lady of light
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