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Melissa Chatfield Obituary


MELISSA MARIE CHATFIELD
January 28, 1985 ~ May 9, 2013
"She was a very loving person who had fun and
enjoyed spending time with family and friends."

Melissa Marie Chatfield, 28, of Vancouver, WA, passed away on May 9, 2013, just four days after her grandfather "Pa". She was born Jan. 28, 1985 to Robyn (Shelton) Mays and Harvey Chatfield, Jr. Melissa was born with a heart defect, Pulmonary Tricuspid Artresia, and fought hard against the obstacles she faced. She tried to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances.
Melissa loved animals, especially her dogs, Morgan and Ellie, and cat, Jasmine. She also loved riding motorcycles and quads, camping, trips to the beach, and fishing. She was a faithful fan of the WWE, her favorite wrestler was Randy Orton.
Melissa is survived by her mother and step-father, Robyn and Scott Mays; father, Harvey; sister, Meladi and her fiancé, David; step-brother, Forrest and his girlfriend, Amanda; aunt and uncle, Roxann and Craig Browning; aunts, Deb and Nancy; uncles, Todd and Fred; cousins, Justin Shelton and his girlfriend, Kristen, Hannah Mays, Brenda and Tony; grandmother, Pearl Shelton; grand- parents, Ralph and Donna Mays; her boyfriend of ten years, Dustin Wright; as well as many friends.
"We will all miss you "Missy" ~ all of our love!"
Graveside services for Melissa will be held at Evergreen Memorial Gardens on Wed., May 15, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on May 14, 2013.
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I will miss you forever

andrew manning

April 11, 2014

you were always a great friend I will remember you forever.you were always just yourself you didn't try to be anybody you weren't I will always have you in my heart I love you forever and always

Catherine wheeler

July 27, 2013

Melissa,
I never met you but I felt like I knew you from the stories your Mama would tell about you- we would shop and she would pick items up and say "I've got to get this for Melissa- she'd LOVE this!"- your mom was always thinking and talking about her girls- proud for one and worried for the other- she cried at work over you many times- worried about your health, your future- but for you and your sister she was always filled with love and hope- as it should be. You will be missed by your family and friends- gone too soon we might say, but then in His plan for you it was just in time-your life was filled with struggles with your health and unanswered questions, but now you are free of a body that caused you pain- you will indeed never be forgotten- your memory will be carried in the hearts of all who loved you. Sleep sweet darlin'-
Your "honorary" Auntie Annie

May 30, 2013

Melissa,I did'nt know you well but you made an inpact & were a very good friend to my daughter & I know how much you meant to her thankyou for being such a good friend to her,since you have been gone she has missed you so much rest with the angels sweet girl & God Bless Tyrene's Mom

Karen Hajek

May 18, 2013

Melissa,I did'nt know you very well but you made an inpact & were a very good friend to my daughter & I know she loved you & since you have been gone she has missed you so much rest with the angels sweet girl & thankyou so much for blessing my daughters life Tyrene's Mom

Karen Hajek

May 18, 2013

Melissa, You will never be forgotten. We had rough times together but i never forgot ya. I never pictured you be gone so soon. but your in a better place now. Let your angels keep you safe. I know you are smiling down on us and keeping your friends and family safe. you will always be in our heart and memories. rest in peace (Me lissa)

Michael Hopper

May 18, 2013

You gave me ten happy years with you and I would not trade it for any thing I love and I miss you so much it makes my whole body hurt i dream about you every night when I can sleep and I think about every day one day we will be back together forever
With all my love Dustin

May 16, 2013

Rest in peace angel

Kimberly Canby (Gaudette)

May 16, 2013

For the couple years we were in high school together, you were my favorite person. I'm sorry that I didn't do a better job of keeping in touch, but I never forgot you. Even though it's been nine or so years since the last time we saw each other, I can't shake this incredible feeling of loss. So much love to you, and thank you for all the laughs and memories.

Kevin Hagge / Martinez

May 16, 2013

Melissa, we had our ups and downs through high school.. but who didn't? I am so so sorry we didn't stay in touch, but I thought of you often. You are missed and loved dearly. Rest in peace, beautiful girl, We will see each other again.

Karisue Cozad-Harold

May 16, 2013

I am so shocked. You've left this world way too soon. Just goes to show life is precious. I will remember you Melissa. I have wonderful memories getting to know you in pottery class. I loved your silly-ness and your smile and the fact that you weren't scared to be yourself and always stand up for what you believe in. RIP girl.

Susanna

May 15, 2013

i love you melissa always in my heart

stephanie jerome

May 15, 2013

One of the greatest friends through highschool. A blessing that will never be taken for granted

brandon

May 15, 2013

I lost one of my kids. I am so sorry.

jim holl

May 15, 2013

You left the party way too young but you'll always be apart of my high school memories and apart of my heart that I'll never forget.

Tonya

May 15, 2013

Gone way to young you will be missed. I will always have our memories. rest in peace Melissa

Schara Rios

May 15, 2013

Melissa, I'm still very shocked by your passing. I will always remember our memories we had together. Rest in peace now. This is not good bye this is see you later. <3

Leah Hayden

May 15, 2013

Let your path be lit with all the love and memories we all share with you. Watch over us with your bright spirit, as we wait to see you again. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. <3 Rest in peace beautiful <3

<3Kirsten Croft

May 15, 2013

I was suppose to be your Guardian Angel. And now you're mine. You will always hold that special place in my heart. And remember the love a mother has for their child will never fade. You be a good girl and always keep smiling your beautiful smile.
I love you with all my heart.
P.S. tell Pa Hi I love and miss you both.

Mom

May 14, 2013

love you sis.. hope you enjoy the jacket i put with you <3

Forrest mays

May 14, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about this. You were a wonderful person and will be missed. God be with you. Rest in peace.

Joel Sunderland

May 14, 2013

Missy, it was always a joy when you came to visit. Shana, the girls, and I will miss you.

Everett Dickson

May 14, 2013

Melissa,
We only met once - and happy for that. I know Dustin loved you and took very good care of you.

Karla

May 14, 2013

Gone way to soon.

Angelia

May 14, 2013

Brenda

May 14, 2013

Melissa you were a great person despite your heart problems you had the biggest heart i have ever known in a person.your love for animals was phenomenal it is not fair that they took you away so soon
you will be forever miss by all <3 we love you!

savannah

May 14, 2013

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