Melissa Ross Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Melissa Ross (Henderson, Tennessee), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 8, 2025 at the age of 65. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Melissa has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Willie Mae Johnson Ross and David Tucker Ross. She is survived by: her brother David Keith Ross of Jackson; her son Henry Ross Kilpatrick of Jackson; her granddaughter Adaline of Jackson; her former husband Marlin Elbon Kilpatrick of Kissimmee; and her close friend Paul Stanley Smith of Tuscaloosa, Alabama..
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 19th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Shackelford Funeral Directors - Henderson (304 Crook Ave, Henderson, TN 38340). A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 19th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Shackelford Funeral Home (304 Crook Ave, Henderson, TN 38340).
