Melissa Grace Bierer, 37, formerly of Morgantown, died Sunday July 21, 2019, in Loris, S.C., with her parents by her side.
She graduated from Morgantown High School in 2000. She most recently worked as a bank teller in Kansas City, Kan.
She is survived by her life partner, Jason C. Harper; and their son, Aidan C. Harper, of Liberty, Mo.; parents, Fred E. and Charlotte L. Bierer; brother, John Bierer; grandmother, Sue Ann Bierer; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Fred Bierer Jr.; and grandparents, Edwin T. and Grace L. Matthews.
A memorial service will be held at Mt. Vernon UMC, 5360 Kingwood Pike, Reedsville Saturday Aug. 31, with Pastor John Brosky presiding. Visitation will be held at 11 a.m. with the service at noon and an informal lunch and fellowship following the service. WVU game day attire or casual dress is encouraged.
In lieu of flowers, any donations can be to your favorite charity.