Melissa's Blog

A Final Trip To Lake Chelan

January 1, 2011

We would first like to say we hope you all had an enjoyable and safe holiday season.  We know Melissa was celebrating with us and all of you.  We are also pretty sure she found time to hit the slopes in heaven and watch the snow fall all around her (one her most beloved Christmas holiday activities).  Thank you all again for your prayers and love; Melissa is surely listening

We wanted to update all of Melissa’s friends and .. Read More


Melissa’s Celebration of Life

December 12, 2010

On December 11, 2010 we held a small life celebration for Melissa.  Her closest friends and family members attended the party.   The wine flowed and the food was delectable, just as Melissa would have wanted.  Fond memories were shared, and many laughs were had as we all remembered our spirited sister.  It was a room filled with love for Melissa.  We all knew Melissa was there listening to the conversations and partaking in the laughs.

We want to thank all the .. Read More


The Melissa Waller Memorial Fund

This should make donations to LUNGevity easier

The following was written by our cousin Julie: (Thank you Julie for your love and support!)

February 3, 2009 Melissa A. Waller was diagnosed with incurable stage four, Lung Cancer and she passed away November 25, 2010.

Melissa was a person who believed in doing things that scared her. She didn’t let obstacles define her: She reinvented all the rules. She traveled to dream destinations and lived life to the fullest while fighting this disease. .. Read More


Melissa’s Final Wishes

December 2, 2010

Over the past week we have received many phone calls, emails, blog postings, etc. from friends and loved ones expressing their condolences, leaving Melissa fond farewell messages, and wanting further information on what they can do. We want to thank each and everyone of you for your support and love for Melissa. We realize many people want to do something, but are at a loss as to what. We are suggesting making a donation to the foundation .. Read More


A Spirited Warrior Moves On

November 25, 2010

Today at 2:00 pm Melissa took her last breaths in the arms of her family. She now will be in the arms of her mother, who we know was awaiting her with open arms. We are extremely grateful to tell you Melissa was very peaceful and in no pain in the end. Melissa was truly a spirited warrior and fought to the very end. We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you all .. Read More


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