Melissa Beth Graves, 53, passed away May 8, 2019. She was born in Bridgeport on December 21, 1965, to Milton and Betty Linderman. She was a nurses’ aid and caregiver for many years.

She is survived by her sister, Mindy James, of Connecticut; significant other, Jesse Merrill; former husband and friend, Paul Graves; and step-children, Shawn Merrill and Jessica Merrill.

Arrangements are under the care of Countryside Funeral Home, Anthony, Florida.