Melissa L. Parham

Missy grew up in Carmel Valley, CA & then lived in Pacific Grove, CA for 20 years in supported living and was a resident at Gateway Center. The last year and half she lived in Carmel valley

with her Mom.

In her early days, she enjoyed hanging with her Dad at the Carmel Valley Fire Station, going Duck Hunting and Salmon Fishing in the Monterey Bay. Growing up, she loved spending time with her Big Sisters, Kim and Stefanie, in activities riding horses, raising pigs and sheep in 4-H and FFA.

She loved collecting stuffed Animals and bird Feathers, doing puzzles and very much enjoyed playing lotto Scratch offs. Missy loved all the Holiday Seasons she always enjoyed being with her family.

She will be remembered by her infectious laughter. Everybody she met was her friend with sincerity. We will miss her greatly she enriched our lives with her beautiful childlike spirit forever.

She is survived by her mom, Judith Parham; sisters, Kim Domenighini and Stefanie(John Carminati); her aunt & uncle, Kristin and Kent Ernest; aunt, Nanci Hubby; aunt, Susan Hallen; her two

nephews; two nieces; two great-nephews; numerous cousins and her beloved dog, Tule.