Melissa Marie Bryant, age 33 passed away on Friday, June 16, 2017. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 29, 1984. Melissa was a very outgoing person who loved life and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Those of us fortunate enough to have known Melissa have learned so much about life. We learned patience and acceptance. She taught us how to love unconditionally. In her absence we discovered the importance of each embrace, the value of a conversation, and we learned how to be truly present in each special moment with her. May we apply these values to every interaction with our loved ones and strangers alike in memory of her. May we think of her fondly and often, and breathe gently knowing that she will always have a safe home in our hearts.

She is survived by her children, Brianna and Christian; parents, Rick and Brenda Bryant; twin sister, Michelle Bryant; brothers, Richard Bryant II, Timothy (Stephanie) Bryant; grandmother, Shirley Bryant; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

The family will receive friends from 4-6pm, Friday, June 23, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, Northeast Chapel, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus, OH. 43231 where the memorial service will be held following at 6:00pm.