Jody L. Melson, of Gordonville, went home to be with her Savior on Monday, August 26, 2024 after a 6 ½ year battle with cancer.  She was the wife of Alex Melson, which whom she celebrated 28 beautiful years of marriage. Born in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of James L. and the late Sharon M. Bookhamer.  Jody was a member of Bellevue Presbyterian Church where she was a deacon and a servant to anyone in need.  She was an elementary school teacher for Pequea Valley School District for more than 25 years and was a 1996 graduate of Millersville University, where she also received her Master's Degree in 2006.

First and foremost, Jody was a believer in Jesus Christ, her personal Lord and Savior, which could be seen in her passion for short term mission work.  She was devoted to her family, to which she gave unwavering love and support. She loved spending time with them, especially traveling, camping, or playing a competitive game of cards.  She loved a good book, and as an educator, she brought out her students' strengths and confidence. Those closest to her describe her as "strong, caring, and tough." Even through her battle with cancer, she lived selflessly and with a joyful spirit. Jody leaves behind a legacy of kindness, compassion and the profound impact she made on countless lives.

Surviving, besides her husband and father, are three daughters, Alexis, Jordan, and Grace Melson; three siblings: Julie (Mike) Keller of Wyomissing, Jenny (J. Bryant) Snyder of Springfield and Jared (Jennifer) Bookhamer of Havertown.

A Memorial Service will take place at Bellevue Presbyterian Church, 810 Newport Avenue, Gap, PA 17527 on Saturday September 7th at 11:00 AM, with time to greet family from 10:00 AM until the time of service.  There will also be a time to greet the family on the evening of Friday, September 6th from 6:00-8:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jody's honor may be made to Vickie's Angel Foundation or Pequea Valley Education Foundation at PVEF, PO Box 233, Gap, PA 17527-0233.