Memorial Trees
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Douglas and Susan Norman
January 09, 2025
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Anonymous
January 01, 2025
Memorial trees planted for:
Melanie "Mel" Jane Frisby
<p><b>In Loving Memory of Melanie "Mel" J. Frisby</b></p><p><br></p><p>August 18, 1963 – December 27, 2024</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie "Mel" J. Frisby, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family after a courageous four-month battle in the Intensive Care Unit. A sudden illness led to severe complications with pneumonia, but Melanie fought with unwavering strength and resilience. Her grace, love, and spirit will forever inspire those who knew her.</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie was born on August 18, 1963, to the late Dorothy Lou Goodin (née Wardlow) and the late Kenneth Odell Goodin.</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie shared 42 beautiful years of marriage with her devoted husband, David Brian Frisby Sr., building a life together in Milford, Ohio, filled with love, laughter, and resilience. They raised three children, cherishing every moment as a family. Melanie is survived by her sons, David Brian Frisby Jr. (41) and Joshua David Frisby (38). She is now reunited in eternal heavenly peace with her cherished daughter, Heather Kristine Frisby, who was 19 at the time of her passing on May 12, 2010, after a brief and unexpected battle with pneumonia, surrounded by the love of her mother and father.</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie’s greatest joy was her role as a grandmother. She adored her six grandchildren, who brought immeasurable light into her life. She is survived by Alison Frisby (18), Aidan Frisby (15), and Nadia Frisby (12), children of David Frisby Jr. and his wife, Sara Frisby; and Mason Frisby (3), Landen Frisby (2), and Hannah Frisby (2), children of Joshua Frisby and his wife, Sarah Frisby. Her grandchildren were her world, and she loved them more than life itself.</p><p><br></p><p>In addition to her immediate family, Melanie is survived by her brothers Dave Goodin (Sheila) and Kenneth Goodin (Debbie). She is now reunited with her beloved siblings: the late Barbara Medford, the late Virginia Gamble, the late Samuel Goodin, and the late Patricia Cooper. Melanie is also survived by her mother- and father-in-law, Lawrence and Patricia Frisby, who loved her as their own. Her legacy of love extends to countless nieces, nephews, and friends whose lives she touched with her warmth, compassion, and generosity.</p><p><br></p><p>Her life was defined by her steadfast faith in Christ Jesus as her Lord and Savior, her deep love for her family, and her unyielding commitment to others. Melanie was a pillar of her community and a source of constant support for those she held dear. Her heart was as big as her smile.</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie’s four-month battle in the Intensive Care Unit was a testament to her strength and determination, qualities that inspired everyone around her. Her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace, reunited with our loved ones who have gone before her.</p><p><br></p><p>Public visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. and continue until 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, with a service beginning promptly thereafter. Shortly after the 1:00 p.m. service, those who wish to participate in the funeral procession will line up. The procession will proceed to Graceland Memorial Gardens located in Milford, Ohio, where Melanie will be laid to rest next to her beloved daughter, Heather.</p><p><br></p><p>In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Heather Kristine Frisby Scholarship Fund, which can be placed in the dropbox at the church or mailed to 5447 Candy Lane, Milford, OH 45150.</p><p><br></p><p>Melanie J. Frisby’s life was a testament to the power of love, family, and resilience. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered with love.</p><p><br></p><p>“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16</p><p><br></p><p><iframe height="330" width="512" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" src="https://www.tributeslides.com/videos/embedded_video/XYTSM8Q65XFP7RMR" class="ts_player"></iframe></p>August 18, 1963 - December 27, 202408/18/196312/27/2024
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