Melody Paige Gosnell

      Melody Paige Gosnell was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed her to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, she possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. She had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and she was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Melody always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Melody was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.      Melody was born on December 26, 1980 at Takoma Adventist Hospital in Greeneville, Tennessee. Her parents were James Tipton and Carolyn Gosnell. Melody was raised in Greeneville, Tennessee. Always able to express herself well, Melody possessed strong interpersonal skills. She was optimistic in her outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in her communication. Armed with a great wit, Melody was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.      Blessed with a balanced attitude, Melody was able to relate well with others. Her occasional role as family mediator gave her the opportunity to ease tense situations when they occurred. Melody was raised with four siblings. She had an older sister: Crystal; an older brother: Marty; a younger brother: Adam; and a younger sister: Sarah. Melody had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.      As a young child, Melody showed her creative ability in many ways. She was outgoing and animated. Melody enjoyed new activities and pursued a variety of interests. In her spare time she liked hanging out with friends, talking on the phone, and acting silly.      Known to others as a focused, logical, open-minded and somewhat driven individual, Melody was able to utilize these qualities to succeed in high school. Her curious nature was spurred by her ability to maximize her personal learning style through employing a hands-on approach. She was good with facts and had an excellent memory. She received her GED in 2009. She enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers.      Friends and acquaintances found Melody an easy woman to get to know, and those close to her would often praise her open, practical style of communication and relaxed approach to life in general. Melody was uncomplicated and straightforward in her relationships, which allowed her to accept people for what they were. While growing up, some of her best friends were Gina Bible, Jessica Foshie, and Linda. Later in life, she became friends with Dustin Davis, Roy McGhee, Jamie Ayers, and Bronson Ricker.      Very much like a kid herself, Melody identified with the inquisitive and creative side of her children’s personalities. She was able to direct her energy and spontaneity towards helping her children acquire added common sense skills. Melody was blessed with two children, a son, Devin Davis and a daughter, Makayla Davis.      Melody was a flexible worker who was able to draw the best from others around her. A persuasive individual who was quick to make necessary decisions, Melody’s strengths included being able to think on her feet. She could be a leader who sought impact for her decisions. Gifted with an incredible ability to read body language, Melody was able to positively manipulate situations and motivate others in order to get a task completed. She was a good negotiator who enjoyed new challenges. Melody could multi-task, and she was endowed with entrepreneurial spirit, allowing her to think beyond standard norms when it came to resolving issues in her work environment. Her primary occupation was as an assembly/factory worker/machine operator.      Melody was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. One of Melody’s favorites was Shadow, a shitzu dog. They were best friends for 5 years.      Melody passed away on December 18, 2009 at Snapps Ferry Road in Greeneville, Tennessee. Melody died as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She is survived by her children: Devin and Makayla; father: Junior; mother: Carolyn: step-father: Danny; sisters: Sarah and Crystal; and brothers: Marty and Adam. Services were held at Kiser-Rose Hill Chapel. Melody was laid to rest in Mount Hebron Cemetery in Greeneville, Tennessee.      Melody was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, she relied on her senses to increase her involvement and awareness of others. She was always able to provide amusing repartee to her friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Melody had a theme song written about her, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” She enjoyed her life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Melody Paige Gosnell.