Melissa Ann Edwards

Melissa Ann Edwards, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the age of 47.

Born on January 28, 1978, Melissa brought joy and light into the world from the very beginning. She graduated from Nederland High School in 1996 and went on to build a life rooted in love, faith, and family. On October 5, 2002, she married the love of her life, Brent Edwards, and together they created three beautiful children: Cameron, Jayme, and Jadyn (deceased January 2008). Melissa was endlessly proud of her family and poured her heart into being a devoted and loving mother and wife.

She was the cherished daughter of Darlene and Scott Bonsall and Rexford Fletcher, and a beloved sister to Scott Bonsall Jr., Nicole Bonsall, Rusty Fletcher, and Dusty Fletcher. Melissa’s deep connection to her family was one of the most important parts of her life. She truly cherished family gatherings and found happiness simply in being surrounded by the people she loved.

Melissa worked with compassion and dedication at Synergy Healthcare for nine years, always bringing her trademark warmth and kindness to everyone she met. A woman of quiet strength and deep faith, she was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, where she found comfort and community.

Melissa had a beautiful, contagious smile and a heart that welcomed everyone. She was known for her joy, her laughter, and her ability to make others feel loved and seen. She was especially proud to be a “Nana” and shared a special bond with her goddaughter, Ariana, whom she loved dearly.

Melissa’s legacy is one of love, joy, and unwavering devotion to her family and faith. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband, Brent Edwards; parents, Rexford Fletcher and his wife, Cindy and Darlene Bonsall and her husband, Scott; daughters, Cameron Edwards and Jayme Edwards; sister, Nicole Bonsall and her fiancé, Joe Evans; brothers, Scott Bonsall, Jr. and his companion, Tammy Loupe, Rusty Fletcher, and Dusty Fletcher; and God daughter, Ariana.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Jayden Edwards.

A rosary for Mrs. Edwards will begin at 5:00 p.m., with a gathering of family and friends to follow until 7:00 P.M., Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. A Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 24, 2025, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 211 Hardy Avenue, Nederland. Her interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches.