Melissa May Benson, 58, of Louisville, went to be with The Lord on December 1, 2019 after her battle with breast cancer. She was a Navy veteran and was retired from Mortenson Family Dental. She was a member of Twisted Pink and Southeast Christian Church, where she served on many missionary trips.
Melissa was preceded in death by her parents, Bobby Roberts and Mary Dones; and her stepfather, Lee Dones. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 17 years, Kevin Benson; children, Matt Benson(Karen), and Kristie Kane(Patrick); grandchildren, Morgan, Mason, McKenzie, Madison, and Olivia; sisters, Carrie Peralta(Genaro) and Angie Muniz(Alex); brother, Rick Roberts; and her best friend, Teresa Oechsli.
All services at this time will be private. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Melissa's memory can be made to Twisted Pink or Hosea's House.