Melissa Lee Bonner Estep
July 5, 1962 – September 18, 2025
ZEBULON – At the young age of 63, Melissa Lee Estep passed on from this life and is now at eternal rest. She was born in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania to Marvin Malcolm Bonner, deceased, and Marjorie Linton. She was what you’d call a “Jill of all Trades”, able to take on and solve whatever challenges that were given to her. Melissa lived her life through her love of photography, her pets, and her family, creating wonderful lasting memories, most of which were with her husband, Kevin, whom she adored. Her memory will be cherished and honored in the lives of those she had as family and knew as close special friends.
Melissa is survived by her husband and the love of her life, Kevin Estep.
Memorial visitation will be from 6:00pm to 7:00pm on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory in Wendell NC, located at 211 W. Third Street.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Saving Grace Animals for Adoption of North Carolina, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or your favorite local “No-Kill” shelter.
Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell. www.stricklandfuneral.com
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Kevin,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Renee
Kevin, we are so sorry for your loss. I only met Melissa in person the one time and immediately adored her. She couldn’t have been more lovely and we are heartbroken for you and all of those who were lucky enough to have had her in their lives. She was a truly beautiful person whose absence will be felt. We are sending all our love your way and hope that comfort finds you. Love, The Franco Family (Danny, Adrienne, Tyler, and Kai)
Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. Melissa was so good in keeping us up-to-date with what was happening in your and her life. I loved the photos of you and the dogs and your yard and your travels. I know that you must miss her terribly.
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