Melissa Ann Via was born October 3, 1971 in Amarillo, TX the daughter of Ann Prince and the late Bobby Gene Via.
Melissa graduated from Agua Fria High School in Avondale, AZ. She attended Glendale Community College in Glendale, AZ for 2 years, with a focus on education. Melissa was formerly employed as a call center operator for Data Central in Corinth, MS. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church in Avondale, AZ.
Melissa departed this life on April 20, 2016 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 44 Years, 6 Months, 17 Days. She is survived by her mother, Ann Prince of Corinth, MS; a brother, Brent Via and wife Melissa of Ola, AR; a nephew, Andrew Via of Goodyear, AZ; and many cousins, extended family, and friends.
In addition to her father, Melissa was preceded in death by a half-sister, Amanda Marie Walker; maternal grandparents Raymond and Willie Prince; and paternal grandparents Thomas and Ruby Via.