Sister

I never had a sister but I always wanted one. I got a glimpse into this special relationship when I would hang out with Katie throughout high school. Melissa would sometimes tolerate us and when she did, it was always a good time. There was something about getting her to laugh that would just delight my soul. I think it … Read More

My Tribute for Melissa

I’m Melissa’s uncle through my marriage with her Aunt Marge (Joe’s sister). This picture is of Melissa at approximately 9 months old with her grandmother (better known as Busia) at our wedding in June of 1980. Melissa is smiling as she is taking her first steps. I remember when she was born and hearing the name that Joe and Jane … Read More

First Golan Grandchild

Melissa was the first grandchild for Busia Golan. With her birth, a tradition of gathering at Busia and Aunt Bernadette’s house in Indiana for Christmas and sharing Polish traditions began. Our brother Joe and his growing family would drive from Texas, Aunt Charlotte would fly from Colorado, and Uncle Joe and Aunt Marge would fly from California. Christmas Eve was … Read More

I remember so many fun college football games. Camping. Live music. Birthdays. She was one of the first people to visit after my first son was born. She was a shining light of good energy and so supportive of everyone around her. I will miss her. -Stacy Higginbotham

Yes, I miss you

When I purchased Star Local Media from the previous owners in 2016, there were many contingencies and concerns. The single biggest operational concern was whether Melissa would stay with the company and new ownership. Although I had worked with her during a previous tenure at the company a decade earlier and for ten months prior to purchase, I never could … Read More

Neighbor/Friend/Family

We started as neighbors, turned quickly into friends, and then were forever family. I always Look back on my childhood with awesome memories of making forts on the side of your house, swimming, playing games, and just hanging out and talking. We always knew even when we were young that we would always be able to pick up the phone … Read More

Sweet Melissa

Melissa was a dear friend to me and always had a smile on her face! She could always pick me up when I was feeling down 🥰 We enjoyed watching sports together and hanging out at our favorite watering hole! We always had fun together! Miss her beautiful face and love for life ❤️ Gone way too soon my friend … Read More