Melissa Decker Richardson Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Melissa Decker Richardson of Holly Springs, North Carolina, who passed away at the age of 71, on July 27, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Melissa Decker's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She is survived by: her husband Alec Lloyd Richardson of Holly Springs; her son Evan Richardson (Kristen Richardson) of Morrisville; her grandchildren, Parker Richardson and Meredith Richardson; her sister-in-law Janet Decker; and her nephews, Mark and Scott Decker.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Thomas Funeral Home Chapel (401 N Ennis St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Wake Chapel Memorial Gardens (905 Wake Chapel Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carpenters for Christ at The Shepherd's Church, 6051 Tryon Road, Cary, NC 27518 (colonial.org). Keep Melissa's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
