As new friends, she was the first person to wish me a happy Mother’s Day when I was experiencing infertility. That thoughtfulness and generosity of spirit still impacts me nearly a decade later.

One tries to articulate the impact Melissa's friendship has on you but it’s like no other.  A passport away there was this intricately woven tapestry of sisterhood. There is a part of her life where she was a beacon for spouses; she was full of knowledge and courage. She helped countless families through her work and joy.  We constantly found ways that we felt so intertwined: little boys with hair that covered their eyes, the itch to just feel the pavement under our toes, the need to figure out how to recreate our favorite and most missed foods from back home with whatever we could find in Germany, and this sense of solidarity in personalities. While we weren't in constant contact recently, my heart always filled with happiness when she shared glimpses of how she viewed the world. May a small bit of how much she cared and nurtured two different battalions of spouses with her knowledge and beautiful soul bring a bit of solace to Rye, Zobella, and Indie and also that her family can hear a bit about the lifelong impact Melissa had, particularly on me. May you know that the light and love you felt for her was also felt by so many others who she deeply touched with her magical smile.

Melissa flawlessly baked homemade mouth watering apple pies❤️ They were so good

Melissa never missed a school concert & always saved me a seat❤️❤️❤️❤️

She was the type of person that gave more to others than she expected in return. A great friend to all and amazing mother. When I was hospitalized during my first borns pregnancy, she often visited to make sure I had what I needed. I couldn’t sit up in bed, so she brought me a supply of straws so I could stop spilling water all over myself. During a deployment to keep my mind at ease she gave me purpose in the FRG advising me with her bountiful knowledge. I have many fond memories of this beautiful woman. Rest eternally sweet Angel! Earth will miss you🕊️

I am completely heartbroken!
I miss you Melissa!!!!! 

My heart and my thoughts have been on Melissa and the entire family for the past few weeks.

I will forever be grateful for the time I got to spend during her last few days before she past. They will always be special, sacred , full of love and the most deepest pain. 
I send my deepest condolences to all the family!

I love you Melissa & i will forever keep you in my heart…. Until we meet again…
May you rest in complete love & peace! 
-Kristy

I’ll love you forever and miss you always! 🤍

Talia and her “fairy God Mother” Melissa

My heart is shattered knowing Melissa is no longer here. Losing her feels like losing a piece of myself. She wasn’t just my friend—she was my sister. Her heart was endless, her beauty so much deeper than her stunning face, and her strength was something I always admired. I will forever carry the weight of missing her, but I’m so grateful for the time I had with her. Melissa will always hold a special place in my heart and memories. Until we meet again, my sister.. the most beautiful warrior.

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Melissa del Carmen Mashburn

15 mayo, 1980 – 17 diciembre, 2024

Joshua Mortuary & Joshua Memorial Park

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