Melissa L. Conroy's Obituary
Melissa L. Conroy, 42, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2017 in her home.
Melissa was born January 23, 1975 in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Edward and Karen (Gabhart) Howard. She graduated from MacArthur High School class of 1993 and attended the University of Missouri–Rolla. Melissa loved spending time with her family, listening to music, and going fishing.
Melissa leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter Heather Conroy and wife Megan, mother Karen Howard, stepchildren Joseph Conroy and wife Marissa and Melinda Logan and husband Steve, step-grandchildren Trista, Ryan, and Rebecca, aunts Carol Brooks and husband Terry and Penny Rentfrow and husband Randy, best friend Heather Calhoun and husband Gary Jr., niece Myckenzie Calhoun, nephews Alec, Ian, and Baby Boy Blue Calhoun, beloved furbaby Sophie Mae, and many cousins and friends.
Melissa was preceded in death by her grandparents, father Ed, and uncle Don Gabhart Jr.
Services to celebrate Melissa’s life will be 1:00 PM Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5-7 PM Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at the funeral home. Burial with “Flight Home” Ceremony will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the wishes of the family in care of Karen Howard.
The family of Melissa L. Conroy is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories with the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
Video Tribute for Melissa L. Conroy: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/BHXGX9WFJ3PJ7HBR
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