Marissa Nicole McPherson
October 24, 2014
Marissa Nicole McPherson, age 23, of Sanford died Friday, October 24, 2014 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.
A memorial mass is planned for 3:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2014 at St. Stephen Catholic Church.
She was the daughter of Jesse McPherson, Jr. & Vicky Helt McPherson of Sanford. A 2009 graduate of Lee Senior High School , her love of sports led her to Letter in soccer, volleyball, swimming, cross country, basketball, competition cheer leading plus she was a member of the ROTC Raider Team. She went on to serve in the National Guard. Marissa lived her short life to the fullest, she touched many lives with her bright smile and never ending happiness. To know her was to love her, she will be missed by many.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by one sister, Jessica L McPherson of Sanford; paternal grandparent Billie Jo Cox of Atlanta and maternal grandparents, John & Sandy Helt of Barefoot Bay , Florida.
Memorials may be made to SECU House at UNC Hospital, 123 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517.
Online condolences may be made at www.PinesFunerals.com
Fry & Prickett Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Just wanted to let you know that your family as been in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter.
Dear Jesse, Vicky and Jessica,
I am so sorry to learn about your loss. I remember being at the cross country meets when Michael and Marissa were competing. Those were great memories! My thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
God bless
I am so sorry for your loss you are on my heart and in my prayers.
Vicky and Jesse, we cannot imagine the pain and loss you are feeling. God must have had a bigger better plan for your beautiful Marissa. I pray that god gives you piece, strength and healing during this time. Please call on us if there is anything at all
Vicky, Jesse, and Jessica, There are no words to make this heartache better. I’ll just say I love you all.
You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. Praying for peace and comfort.
Vicky, Jesse & Jessica…you are in my thoughts & prayers during this very difficult time. I am wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Dear Vicky and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I just read the obit in the Marquette newspaper. My heart hurts for you and only God can see us through these times in our lives. God love your family and hold Marissa in the palm of His
Jesse and Vicky – We are so saddened that Marissa passed away. There is no greater pain than losing a child. Like our Christian, your Marissa was multi-talented and loved life. If speaking with us would help in your grief, please call us. We know that you
i am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for your pain. Our children are our gifts from God and I know you are all just broken. I remember Marissa from the pool at Twin Harbor and she was a beautiful girl. I am praying for all of your family. Sending
Jesse you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. Everyone at Westmoore Family Restaurant has also been thinking of you during this difficult time. You and your family will continue to be in our prayers.
We will always remember Marissa’s ‘Cheshire cat grin’Âť and her enthusiasm for life! I pray that God’s strength surrounds your family forever and a day.
I can only imagine the pain you must feel. My heart is just breaking for you and I can’t find words to express how saddened I am by your loss. I can only pray that somehow you can find some glimmer of comfort knowing that your family and friends love you
To the McPherson and Helt families,
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your beloved daughter/granddaughter/sister/niece. Praying for you all.
Vickie , Jessie, and Jessica my heart goes out to you at this sad time. May God grant you courage, comfort and peace of mind knowing you will be all together again some day.
Family of Marissa, we were so sorry to hear of your loss, i am sure she was a very special young lady. you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and many happy memories. Jim and Gail McClelland
May your many fond memories bring you comfort in all the days ahead. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Many you find comfort in each other and the love that so many have expressed for you. We pray for strength and peace for you all. May God hold you all in his healing love.
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray for you all to have peace and for your memories of Marissa to get you through this very difficult time. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.
Dick and I are so very sorry to hear of your daughter’s recent death. Erin kept us in the loop of how she was doing and we were extremely saddened to hear that she didn’t make it. Please know that you are in our hearts and in our prayers. May she rest in