(From Clark Funeral Home)Melissa Ann Puryear, age 57, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away at 2:38 p.m. on Monday, September 12, 2022, at her home. She was born March 6, 1965, in Farmington, New Mexico, to the late Dixie Bell (Jones) and Theo Laverne Morrison Sr.
Melissa previously worked for Tyson and as a metal shop worker for La-Z- Boy. She loved watching television, especially daytime television, her dogs, and planting flowers. Those who knew her will miss her generous heart and all the excellent advice she would give. Melissa was a former member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Theo Morrison III of Neosho, Missouri, Deshaunta Morrison of Joplin; grandson, Ryilynn Christerson; three brothers, Terry Morrison, Theo Morrison, Marcus Morrison; sister, Theresa Morrison; several nieces, nephews, friends; and her beloved dogs, Faith, Phantom, and Victoria.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
The family is planning a celebration of her life at a later date. The Clark Funeral Home in Neosho has conducted arrangements. Donations in Melissa’s memory may be made to the American Diabetic Association.
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