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Melissa DeRemer

  • July 16, 1985 - July 30, 2011
  • Dallas, Pennsylvania
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“I couldn't believe it when I heard about Melissa. We were good friends in high school. She was the nicest person I'd ever met. There wasn't a mean...Read More » ”
1 of 26 | Posted by: Jessica Ellis - Hanover Township, PA

“Dear Jim & Sandy, we are saddened by the news of Melissa. I had seen her not long ago at the grocery store. She was a lovely girl. My heart goes...Read More » ”
2 of 26 | Posted by: Bob & Jackie Hayes - Dallas, PA

“My heart goes out to you and your family. Though I have not seen your daughter in years, I would have been able to pick her out in a crowd; she...Read More » ”
3 of 26 | Posted by: Donna Kufta Layaou - wyoming, PA

“Dear Sandy, Jim and family, Thinking of you in your time of loss. My sincere condolences. May your memories be a comfort. ”
4 of 26 | Posted by: Jacki Mehelchick - West Pittston, PA

“I am so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I know of your beautiful daughter/sister/girlfriend through my daughter, Julie. I cannot imagine the pain...Read More » ”
5 of 26 | Posted by: Rita Kapson - Dallas, PA

“My thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family. I know Melissas smile will be always in your hearts. ”
6 of 26 | Posted by: Charla Pilger - Dallas, PA

“RIP Melissa my thoughts a prayers to the family. Sad you were taken so soon... This world lost a great person when you passed on... :( ”
7 of 26 | Posted by: Heather Devens - dallas, PA

“Dear Sandy, Jim and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Melissa. I clearly remember the day she was born and how happy everyone was. She...Read More » ”
8 of 26 | Posted by: Susan J. Dadurka - Forty Fort, PA

“Words can not express the feelings I feel for the whole DeRemer Family. It was a shock to hear of Melissa's passing. You both raised such a...Read More » ”
9 of 26 | Posted by: Jennifer Adams - Dallas, PA

“Dear Sandy, Jim and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear about Melissa. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Maureen Leahigh ...Read More » ”
10 of 26 | Posted by: Maureen Leahigh - Dallas, PA

“Jim,Sandy,& family, I am shocked and so sorry to see the paper today. It is so hard to believe. The girls were so sweet at Bilo. My heart aches...Read More » ”
11 of 26 | Posted by: Bea Dwyer - Swoyersville, PA

“I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter. I will always remember Melissa for her beaming smile and her sweet personality. May...Read More » ”
12 of 26 | Posted by: Denise Jordan - PA

“I am so sorry to hear about Melissa.Nothing can take away the hurt, just wanted you to know you will be in my prayers. ”
13 of 26 | Posted by: Noreen Toomey - Tunkhannock, PA

“My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless ”
14 of 26 | Posted by: Abe Simon - dallas, PA

“Melissa, you are loved. You are missed. I will think of you often. ”
15 of 26 | Posted by: Kat Childers - Plymouth, PA

“Dear Sandy and Jim, I am so sorry to hear of Melissa's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. I remember when Melissa was born and what...Read More » ”
16 of 26 | Posted by: Carol Pace - Wilkes Barre, PA

“Sandy, Jim & Family, We were stunned and saddened to hear of Melissa's passing. We will always remember her for that infectious smile and...Read More » ”
17 of 26 | Posted by: Paul & Sarah Roncevich - Dallas, PA

“JIM & SANDY AND FAMILY- WE WERE SHOCKED AND SADDENED BY THE PASSING OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL MELISSA. SHE WAS ALWAYS SMILING AND HAPPY- OUR PRAYERS ARE FOR...Read More » ”
18 of 26 | Posted by: LINDA & DON MALKEMES - PA

“Sandy & Family: I am so sorry to hear about Melissa. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
19 of 26 | Posted by: Sharon Nolan - Shavertown, PA

“I am very sorry to hear that you had to leave us. My thoughts are with you and your family. ”
20 of 26 | Posted by: Dawn Stieler - Olyphant, PA

“Melissa was a wonderful person, she will be missed greatly. God bless her close friends and family to be able to get through this very difficult...Read More » ”
21 of 26 | Posted by: wendy bilby shaffer - wyoming, PA

“From 319 ”
22 of 26 | Posted by: Walt Gouse - WilkesBarre, PA

“There was never a dull moment when Melissa was around, she had a knack for making everyone in the room laugh. She was a wonderful, intelligent young...Read More » ”
23 of 26 | Posted by: Taylor Lawler - HARVEYS LAKE, PA

“We truly would like to express our deepest condolences to her family. She will be missed. May god watch over her and bless her and May god be with...Read More » ”
24 of 26 | Posted by: Doug & Debbie - Plains, PA

“I am shocked that she is gone. Melissa was a friend from high school and she definitely was one of the best ones. She was always nice to everyone...Read More » ”
25 of 26 | Posted by: Karen H. - Friend

“I am completely shocked of Melissa's passing. Words cannot describe the emotions and pain that I feel right now nor can I imagine the pain that her...Read More » ”
26 of 26 | Posted by: Aaron - Boyfriend


On Saturday, July 30, 2011 Melissa DeRemer passed away suddenly from a pulmonary embolism in St. Augustine, Florida. Melissa was 26 years old with a beautiful smile and a good outlook on life. She always cared for others and always put their needs in front of her own. Born in Dallas on July 16, 1985, the daughter of James and Sandra Boyd DeRemer, Melissa attended Gate of Heaven School before graduating from Bishop Hoban High School, Class of 2004. While majoring in Criminal Justice at Penn State University, she was very active in many clubs and activities. Until recently she worked in the Security department for Mohegan Sun Casino in Plains. She will be sadly missed by all but her memories will live in our hearts forever. Surviving are her siblings, James, Breanne, Ryan and Eric DeRemer, all of St. Augustine; a maternal grandmother, Jean Callahan Boyd of Dallas; and an uncle, Douglas Boyd and wife Karen of Wyoming. She was preceded in death by a maternal grandfather, Archibald Boyd; and paternal grandparents, James and Phyllis May DeRemer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 11:00AM in the Basilica of St. Augustine with interment to follow in Craig Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may pay their respects to the family locally on Saturday between 11-1:00PM at the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 517 North Main Street, Old Forge. Memorial services are scheduled to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Melissa's name to the DeRemer Family Education Fund (c/o 945 Registry Blvd., Unit 210, St. Augustine, FL, 32092).