Melissa Lu Bussell, age 64, of Cedar Park, Texas, died Saturday, June 8, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Melissa was born April 14, 1955, in Endicott, New York, to Bernard E. Purdy Sr. and Vivian I. Barton.
She was a long-time member of Hope Presbyterian Church. Church is where she found joy in attending Bible study, being a reading buddy and listening to Hope’s choir. Missy was a great friend to many and loved meeting new people. She enjoyed taking the time to listen to and learn about each person. She was always ready to offer care through cooking and sending notes to cheer people up.
Melissa is preceded in death by her father, Bernard E. Purdy Sr., and brother, Bernard E. Purdy Jr.. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, James R. Bussell; daughter, Brittany Nicole Bussell; son, Brandon James Bussell; mother, Vivian I. Purdy; sister, Cheryl Frye and husband, Jay; sister, Michelle Purdy; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held later this summer at Hope Presbyterian Church.
In lieu of flowers please direct memorial gifts to Hope Presbyterian Church, Generation to Generation Fund.