Melody Nowell Link

September 24, 1967 - January 8, 2024 (56 years old)

Crystal Springs, Mississippi

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Melody Nowell Link

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September 24, 1967 - January 8, 2024 (56 years old)

Crystal Springs, Mississippi

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“In loving memory of Melody Link, Melody Link was very instrumental in ensuring mental health prog...”

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“In loving memory of Melody Link, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”

January 10, 2024Joan O Taylor lit a candleRead more

“In loving memory of Melody Link, My Mentor, My Friend Someone so special will not be forgotten.”

January 9, 2024Frances Jefferson lit a candleRead more

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Melody Nowell Link Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-01-13T16:00:00
End: 2024-01-13T17:00:00
Location: New Zion Baptist Church

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Melody Nowell Link (Crystal Springs, Mississippi), born in Brookhaven, Mississippi, who passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 56, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melody Nowell Link to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her father Pat Nowell. She is survived by: her husband Allen D. Link; her in-laws, James and Carolyn Link; her sister-in-law Benita Link McKey (Robert McKey); her niece Courtney McKey; her mother Nancy Weathers Nowell; her siblings, David Nowell and Patricia Nowell Inman (Graham Inman); and her nephews, Grayson Inman, Will Inman and Joshua Inman.

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January 11, 2024

Caroline McDougall from New Orleans VA lit a candle

January 11, 2024

Caroline McDougall from New Orleans VA sent flowers

“In loving memory of Melody Nowell Link, So dearly loved and who has forever left a lasting beautiful impression on all those who looked up to her far and wide. We will forever be inspired by her kindness and passionate heart.”

January 10, 2024

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January 10, 2024

Sharetta Young lit a candle

“In loving memory of Melody Link, Melody Link was very instrumental in ensuring mental health programs at the VA Medical Center, Jackson, MS provided quality mental health care. Melody was passionate about mental health care and always provided encouragement to our staff at every moment she could. The staff in Mental Health Service offers our deepest sympathy and offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. May God provide comfort and peace.”

January 10, 2024

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January 10, 2024

Love Cara and Kenadi Roberson sent flowers

“Sending prayers and condolences to the family of Melody Link. We worked together in QM at the VA. She was truly a sweet soul. I’ll forever miss her and her blue Christmas tree.”

January 10, 2024

Joan O Taylor lit a candle

“In loving memory of Melody Link, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”

January 9, 2024

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January 9, 2024

Naysha sent flowers

“In loving memory of Mel, So dearly loved. So sadly missed. God bless. Shared moments and memories will always be cherished in my heart. With deepest sympathies. Hugs and love to you Allen and family.”

January 9, 2024

Frances Jefferson lit a candle

“In loving memory of Melody Link, My Mentor, My Friend Someone so special will not be forgotten.”

January 9, 2024

Charisse Myers lit a candle

January 9, 2024

Charisse Myers sent flowers

“Thinking and praying for all who loved Melody. I am grateful for Melody's guidance and grace in my career and life. I will love you always Melody. Rest well at the feet of Jesus my sweet friend Love, Charisse Myers”

January 9, 2024

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January 12, 2024

Nokita Jones wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Melody Nowell Link, With deepest sympathies. I send my condolences to her family. We all were blessed to have known this angel. Her loving and joyful spirit will be missed. Melody was one of the few people I have known loved by everyone she met. Nokiat Jones”

January 11, 2024

LaWanda Parks wrote a sympathy message

“I was blessed to meet and work with Melody at the Jackson VAMC and in VISN 16. She was such a sweet, caring and kind soul. Her smile was infectious and there was such a genuineness about her. May she rest in love. My prayers are that God strengthen and comfort her family and friends.”

January 10, 2024

Marion wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Melody Link, With deepest sympathies.”

January 10, 2024

Stephanie Lamb wrote a sympathy message

“To Mel's husband and family. What a sweet and gentle spirit she was. Every time she entered the room she had a smile on her face. I'm so glad that I got to know her over the past few years. Her light shined always so bright and it will continue to shine when we think of her. God bless the family and know that she will forever be cherished.”

January 10, 2024

Mary McGruder wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Melody Link, I met Melody when she came to Nurse Recruitment at the VA, she had the most pleasant personality, a smile that would light up any room. She was a kind gentle spirit. My prayers to her husband and family, may God give you peace during this time. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

January 10, 2024

Daphney Morris wrote a sympathy message

“Melody had the warmest heart and the greatest smile. Always willing to lend an ear and share her understanding. She will be missed however, someone so special will not be forgotten.”

January 9, 2024

David Walker wrote a sympathy message

“We worked together at the GV(Sonny)Montgomery VA from 2014 until she moved on the the VISN. She was such a treat to work with. I’ll always remember her smile and how she helped us prepare for surveys. May peace be with you. David Walker, former chief of staff and medical center director”

January 9, 2024

Debbie Sommer wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. She will be greatly missed.”

January 9, 2024

Tawana Tucker wrote a sympathy message

“Please know that Melody was a loving, nurturing, and beautiful person who showed kindness to those she encountered. She made a difference at the Medical Center and will be greatly missed. May the Love of Jesus Christ comfort you during this time.”

January 9, 2024

Sonya Charles wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Melody Link, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Melody was always a sweet and caring person during our interactions. She was always dedicated and had a wealth of knowledge. She will be truly missed.”

January 9, 2024

Someone wrote a sympathy message

“Melody you will be truly missed, Rest In Peace!”

January 9, 2024

PWRFL wrote a sympathy message

“I had the pleasure of working with Melody when she was a new Accreditation Coordinator at the Jackson VHA. She was a pleasure to work with, always smiling, always willing to help. I'm shocked that she has passed on, and so very saddened for her family, and the Jackson VHA family.”

January 9, 2024

Lisa Tyler-Gee wrote a sympathy message

“Melody, a loving person, high spirited, caring heart, and always friendly. She was a mentor, role model, and a FRIEND. My deepest condolences for you and your family during this difficult time--- Tyler-Gee”

January 9, 2024

mary williams wrote a sympathy message

“When I came to interview for the VA, Melody was first interview I had. Her warm and kind spirit made my nervousness go away. Throughout the years she was only a phone call away and had an open door that was always welcoming. She gave me motivation to tackle anything. She will be missed beyond measure. Heaven has gained another angel. Sending prayers and love to her husband, family and friends. - Mary Williams”

January 9, 2024

Denise Brown wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry to hear about Melody's passing. She had such a radiant, upbeat and kind spirit that touched everyone around her. I would always wonder how she could make even the worst of information/situations bearable. You couldn't complain. Her delivery was always seasoned with salt. She was just an awesome and beautiful soul and will be missed. Thank you for sharing her with her VA family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and joyful thoughts of memories shared.”

January 9, 2024

Naysha Bethea wrote a sympathy message

“Mel was such a special person, a gentle soul, a great spirit! I will miss her terribly. She was truly special and touched the lives of those around her. I will always remember her beautiful spirit and the memories we shared. Her presence will be forever in my heart and those of the many who loved her. "There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family." Sending love to Allen and the rest of her family. -Naysha”

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New Zion Baptist Church
12023 New Zion Rd, Crystal Springs, MS 39059

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