Melissa Laitinen's Obituary
Melissa Kay Laitinen, age 30 of Hazel Park, Michigan passed away on March 25, 2014 at St. John Macomb Oakland Hospital - Oakland Center, Madison Heights, Michigan. She was born on November 3, 1983 in Royal Oak, Michigan. Loving Mother of Emma Kay Lee May and Brandon James Arthur May. Cherished Daughter of Keith and Rhonda (nee Puckett) Laitinen. Beloved Sister of Amanda (Andrew) Carleton. Dear Aunt of Ella Grace Carleton. Melissa was an awesome cook; she knew how to throw different items and spices together to make a meal fit for a king. It was often noted that she inherited her great-grandmothers, Edith and Marie, culinary finesse. Melissa has chosen to be a Gift of Life organ donor. She had a generous heart and to pass on her memory, we are sure she would appreciate it if you were to buy a friend a flower, fill out an organ donation card, or do a good deed. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 30th from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 31st at 11:00 am at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, Madison Heights, Michigan. Burial to take place at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Michigan.
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