Melissa was born on July 9, 1964 in Zanesville, Ohio. She was the daughter of Cecil and Marilyn (Schlosser) Eltringham. She was currently employed at Newman Technology where she worked for the past 36 years. Very family oriented, Melissa cherished quality time with her family. One of her all-time favorites was preparing for holiday gatherings. Melissa loved having her family in to laugh together and make fond memories. Melissa’s American Eskimo, Zeke, was her baby and a huge part of her family.
She is survived by her children, Megan (Tony) Eltringham Roberts, Mitchell (Kim) Lawhun, Dylan Russell, and Zeth Goth; her grandchildren, Aaron, Nakota, and Nova Roberts, Blade Hedrick, Nevaeh, Brendon, Taylor, Mitchell Jr., and Kena Lawhun; her siblings, Mike (Brenda), Mark (Keena), Melody (Cecil), Max (Annette) and Matthew (Brenda) Eltringham; special friends, Ron, Susi, Tracy, and Deb; and many other cherished family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her grandson, Xaymain Lawhun.
There will be a celebration of life scheduled at a later date.
Wappner Funeral Directors-Mansfield is honored to serve the Eltringham family.