Melissa Browder, 62, Olive Branch, MS, died unexpectedly on Monday, May 29, 2023, while visiting her family in Kansas. She was born July 22, 1960, in West Memphis, AR, to Jim and Dorothy (Adams) Gay.

She was blessed with a sister, Melonie and brother, Jimmy.

Melissa had three sons, Ronnie, Adam, and Christopher; and two daughters, Elizabeth and Stephanie.  Her greatest accomplishment was raising her three grandchildren, David, Hope, and Buddy, whom she loved with all her heart.

Melissa was laid to rest in Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis, KS, next to her grandson, Buddy, mom, sister, and grandparents – all of whom she loved deeply.