Melissa Perez Burgess

Melissa Perez Burgess, age 57, of Adrian, MI, passed away, May 29, 2026, at Hospice of Lenawee surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 6, 1968, in Tecumseh, MI, the daughter of Ricardo Flores & Maria Flores.  Melissa was a graduate of Onsted High School, Class of 1986.  Following graduation she attended college for two years.  Melissa then went onto work for Ford Motor Company at their Saline Plant, eventually retiring from the Wayne Assembly Plant.  Melissa loved shopping , cooking and traveling and she was a friend you would like to have.  Melissa is survived by her father, Ricardo (Linda) Flores; her daughter, Courtney (Matt) Davis; two granddaughters, Ariebella and Adalee Mae; her twin sister; Melinda (Patrick) Wixom; one brother, Richard (Elizabeth) Flores; nieces & nephews, Kylie Flores, Cole Wixom, Emily Wixom, Alex Flores, Zachary Flores and Ameilia Flores; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Maria Flores; and several aunts and uncles. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Hwy, Adrian, MI, with Fr. Bob Pienta officiating.  Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens.  Viewing and Visitation will be on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Purse Funeral Home in Adrian, MI.  www.PurseFuneralHome.com

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