Melinda Ann Holmes-Freedman, recently turned 53 years old, passed away unexpectedly in her home in China Spring on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Celebration of Life Gathering: 10AM to 12 Noon Saturday, December 14 at Renew Church in Waco.
Melinda was born in Waco, TX on November 18, 1971. She graduated Waco High School in 1990. Following graduation, she went on to receive her degree as a registered nurse. She spent the rest of her life taking care of her patients and family who loved her so dearly. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, nurse, and friend. She was a strong, beautiful woman whom cannot be easily summed up by a collection of words. Not only was she a force to be reckoned with, but she had a tender and warm soul. She adored her grandson and loved hearing his sweet laugh. She enjoyed crafting, drawing, music and the Fast and Furious movies. She loved Harbor Freight and decorating the Christmas tree and her two dogs Bella and Gizmo who have already passed on.
She was preceded in death by her former husband, Jerry Freedman; and her father, Edward Holmes.
She is survived by her mother, Wynelda Holmes; sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and Bud Mitchell; daughters, Niki and Bailee; sons-in-law, Chris Thomas and Gage Gunter; and grandson, Parker Thomas.
Anyone who knew her would know she didn’t want to be the center of attention so the family has decided to honor her memory in a private cremation service. Her daughters will spend the next year spreading her ashes in the oceans she wanted to visit.
Her beautiful and compassionate spirit will live on forever and memories of her will be shared for many years to come.
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I’m heartbroken for Niki and Bailee. May God be with them as they deal with their grief. I’m sending prayers for you.
I was blessed to know Melinda through work, she was so kind, hard working, loving person, who’s light shined so bright just being around her made you happy. She made me laugh and enjoy my day’s at work. Our lives took different jobs and paths over the years and her light and soul still impact my memories and heart like few others have. She was a remarkable person and she will be missed by SO many. Sending prayers, light & love to Niki, Bailee, Missy & the rest of the family.
Wynelda and family, I am so sorry to hear about Mylinda. My prayers are with you.
Melinda you were and always will be absolutely unforgettable ! I am so sad to hear of your passing I take comfort in knowing that Jesus has recieved you and that you will be forever whole in his loving embrace . I pray for peace and love to surround your family in the days ahead with the comfort of the promise that someday we will all be together again . You were always so kind to me I will be forever grateful for that and better having known you . And God shall wipe away all the tears from their eyes there shall be no more sorrow no more death . Thank you Lord for this beautiful spirit we return her to you rejoicing in the knowledge that you have given us eternal life .
Dear Wynelda,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your daughter.
So sorry for the loss of Mindy, and I agree she was a force to be reckoned with. I remember several summers of baby sitting her and Missy and going to the swimming pool, and driving through the car wash. (We use to think that was a big deal.) We also went to a lot of Family Reunions at the city park in Teague Texas. Wow, so many fond memories. Praying for the family, Wynelda, Missy, Nikki and Bailey. May God give you strength and comfort. Love ya’ll, Carol
Wynelda, I am so sorry to hear of your daughter’s passing. Many prayers for you and your family as you go through now and the difficult days ahead.
Nikki and family: I am so sorry for your great loss especially so young. I am praying for peace in your hearts.
Melinda I’m going to really miss you all you talked about was your handsome grandson and beautiful daughters. Yall will forever be in my prayers. ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼
Girls, and Parker,
Such strength it takes to face such a tragedy as this. I loved her, I’ll never be the same after losing her. She was a one of a kind. I’m finding myself wondering how I’ll mend my broken heart. I guess time will heal. I love you girls, and Parker and I’m so sorry for y’all losing your beautiful Mom. She will live on in our memories.
Love Marci Gallardo
I am so very sorry Bailey. Sending you big hugs and lots of prayers sweetheart! Love you !