Melisa Olivia Shepherd's long struggle with health complications ended in hospice care Thursday September 11th, 2025.
She is survived by her sister, Nadia Cunningham and husband Todd Cunningham of Marietta, she is also survived by former husband, Daniel Cardin of Woodstock.
Her life was colored with passions for nature, outdoors, hiking and working out. She loved animals and had a special place in her heart for her dog "William".
Melisa had a quiet spirit since childhood and preferred listening to talking.
She successfully competed in competition Figure and Bodybuilding. She also modeled in the fitness industry including "Muscle & Fitness" magazine and Fitness trade shows. In her later years she became tenacious in her Bible studies, this equipped her for her end-of-life journey.
A visitation for Melisa will be Monday, September 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at Woodstock Funeral Home, 8855 Main Street, Woodstock, Georgia. A service for Melisa will follow in the Chapel at Woodstock Funeral Home. Melisa will be laid to rest immediately after the service at Rolling Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to GiveSendGo using the link below.
