Gutierrez, Melinda

Melinda G. Gutierrez, age 61, of Petersburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois.

She is survived by her husband, Steve, (husband of 24 years); sons, Nick (wife Tori) Mayes and Patrick Mayes; step-son, Jesse (wife Christina) Gutierrez; mother, Doris Holliday; two grandchildren, Stefana and Jesse II; brother, Warren Holliday II; sisters, Susan (husband Terry) Langley and Peggy (husband Denny) Dyson; cousin, Donna (son John) Holliday; several nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins; and her childhood friend, Kathy Hermon.

Melinda is preceded in death by her father, Warren Holliday, and grandparents.

She was born October 26, 1952. She dearly loved her grandchildren and her cousin’s grandchildren.

Melinda was a woman of faith and has a strong relationship with the Lord. So many people have been touched by her generosity and her love.

She loved her pet cats, Izzy and Mama, and dearly loved her dog, Elizabeth.

Melinda loved to design and decorate furniture and old houses.

She will be truly missed by everyone that knew her.

Visitation will be held on 4:00 until 7:00 PM on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the Athens Christian Church in Athens.

Funeral services at 10:00 AM on Monday, December 16, 2013 will be held at the Athens Christian Church in Athens.

Rev. Ken Gennicks and will be officiating with Rev. Rick Williams speaking.

Burial will be held at Rosehill Cemetery in Petersburg.

Memorial donations can be made to Helping Hands of Springfield or Contact Ministries.