She was a graduate of Jefferson School of Nursing, a Registered Nurse employed by Arkansas Hospice and was a Christian of the Pentecostal Church of God faith. She was a very loving wife, daughter, mother and nurse being very devoted to her job and clients. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
Survivors include her husband, Shannon Forrest of Monticello; one daughter, Martha Jane Worrell of Monticello; her father and step-mother, Teddy and Diane Cayton of Hermitage; her mother, Shelia Holstead of Warren; one brother, Teddy C. Cayton, Jr. of Monticello; one step-sister, Melissa Ann Hilton of Hermitage; one step-son, Michael Forrest of Monticello; two grandchildren, Konnon Forrest and Cayson Forrest; two nephews, Trisan Cayton and Kameran Brazier; one niece, Emily Hilton; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(23)
Elizabeth Burton
Lake Village, AR Sunday, February 25, 2018 Melissa was such a Blessing to our family.She helped us through our son's passing,and we will be eternally grateful. Our Deepest Sympathy,Elizabeth Burton,mother of Kirt B BurtonCassie Baker
, TX Sunday, February 25, 2018 Melissa was a great friend, compassionate nurse and the best mom and wife. Melissa will be missed greatly! Love you Mel! Until we meet again!Billie Stanford
McGehee, AR Saturday, February 24, 2018 I am thankful that you were a part of my life.June Stanford
McGehee, AR Saturday, February 24, 2018 We will meet again precious friend.Sally Ruff
El Dorado, AR Saturday, February 24, 2018 Shannon, I am deeply sorry for your loss. If there is anything we here at SouthArk can do to help don't hesitate to let us know. With all my prayers. Sally RuffGinger Anders
Hermitage, AR Saturday, February 24, 2018 My deepest sympathy to the family. Melissa was in my 5th grade classroom at Hermitage.... she was an excellent student and a very sweet young lady. My prayers are with her family and friends.wandacollins
greenwoodarkansas, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 so sorry f yu loss friends alpha sonny love all yu praying f familywandacollins
greenwoodarkansas, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 so sorry f y loss i friends with alpha sonny went church with them conway pray f family love all yuShay Cowling (Shay Hood)
Monticello, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 Melissa was one of my greatest friends. I have had the privilege of knowing her for many years and I will cherish those memories. She always had a smile or encouraging word. She was a rock to those of us who knew her and loved her. Jane, Shannon, Michael and family... my heart breaks for you all. Please know that the friends of Melissa are yours as well and we love you dearly. Many prayers during this time and the years to come.Melissa, thank you for being such a wonderful influence in my life. I will love and miss you forever.
Vanessa Williams
El Dorado, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.Nita McDonald
El Dorado, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 We Love You ShannonTy
, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 I would like to express my sincerest condolences to your family. The Bible is a wonderful source of encouragement in times like this. May you find comfort in the words of Jesus at John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life."Donna Hendricks
El Dorado, AR Friday, February 23, 2018 We are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you and be with you.Love,
Guy and Donna Hendricks
Sheri Dietz
Warren, AR Thursday, February 22, 2018 I’m so sorry to hear about her loss. She was a dear, kind person and was very sweet to my mother in the nursing home, which was truly appreciated.Doris (Dottie)Kellebrew
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 22, 2018 Deeply saddened...Melissa was such a blessing to our family as our hospice nurse for our sweet mother Barbara Abernathy...She showed her care for her patients in such sweet and gentle ways..She was loved by this family,and will be missed..prayers for her Family, co-worker's and friendsPamela Ruiz
Otisville, NY Thursday, February 22, 2018 I met this beautiful angel 7 months back when she was called to be my grandmother Barbara Abernathys hospice nurse, their are no words to describe how she made all of the family members feel, she was such a professional as well as a human being. She made my grandmothers final days so comfortable and she made our decisions better, although we didn't want to say goodbye yet, she took such good care of grandmas needs, and gave my grandmother the dignity she deserved. Melissa truly made an impact on my life as well as my families, this world is losing such an amazing hard working dedicated worker, I know without certainty my grandmother was standing at the gates waiting her arrival, grandma gets her angel that looked out for her final days and now God brings home a beautiful Soul. May you Rest In Peace.I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will always be grateful to your kindness and your love. You are so appreciated.
May God Bless You.
Love and sympathy to your family from mine, the Ruiz's, the Abernathys, the Kellebrews, the Garrisons and the Hoerters
Elaine Elmore
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, February 22, 2018 Jane, so sorry for you loss. Prayers for you and your family.Judy and Jim Randle
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 22, 2018 Only knew her for short time but the first time, knew she had the right heart and the caring disposition for the occupation.Loving,caring,and listens .Very good with dogs. she will be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family . God Bless. With our deepest sympathyLinda Griffin
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 21, 2018 Melissa had such a caring, Christian demeanor. She was a genuine, caring person who made me feel like I’d known her forever even though it was only for a few months. She listened, was patient, and knew how to make others feel valued and comfortable. May her family find comfort in knowing she touched so many lives in so many ways with her love for others and her encouraging words. Her testimony is one we should all strive to imitate . She will be missed.Debbie Henry
Warren, AR Wednesday, February 21, 2018 So sorry for your loss.So glad I had the privilege I knowing her even for just this short time .She was a precious soul .She knew her job and treated her patients with such kindness and respect and she will be greatly missed.RIP Fly high Melissa we loved you at the Griffin house .Michael Williams Family
, NC Wednesday, February 21, 2018 We have been so blessed by Knowing this precious lady. A true gift from God.We will truly miss her. Her love, caring, and compassion was like no other.DR. FAKOURI & NURSES
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, February 21, 2018 WE ARE THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU ALL.Polly Watts
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 21, 2018 We are so sorry about Melissa .she was Stacys best friend for so long.she will be missed by so many .if we can do anything please let us know. Love polly and ed watts stacys mom and dad n law.