This is a very difficult time for my son in law and daughter, Chris and Heather Wood and my grandchildren. My heart is breaking for them. I loved Melissa. She was a strong, kind, beautiful woman. She raised two strong men, one of whom became my son in law. I was blessed to have her as a part of my extended family. The family is overwhelmed with the love, kind words and outpouring of sentiment for the unexpected loss of Chris's mother, Melissa Parrot. Many of her friends and family have asked how they can help in this very stressful time. That is why I have created this gofund me. Chris would never ask for himself because he is the kind of person that would rather give then receive. If you would like to contribute anything towards Melissa's memorial and funeral expenses it would be a tremendous help. If you are not familiar with what happened, my son in law's words below can explain.
"She has been on the lung transplant list for quite a while. We got the call just a few short days ago. We had a timeline to get in so we rushed to the hospital. The surgery was a success. A long 9hrs but she pulled through it like a champ. Never had a doubt. She came off the vent the very next day and was woken up to breath her new air. Everyone was astonished and I was overly excited just waiting to be able to see her (Stupid Covid prevented us from being there when she woke up. A large piece of anger inside that I’ll hold onto for a while). Then she started to have some kidney issues so they had to get to work to fix it. She responded very well and everything was returning to normal so we were preparing for her to wake up again. Then, out of the blue, instantaneous, she became unresponsive and they rushed her down for a CT. By the time they got her to the CT it was too late. Just like that a brain bleed took everything away. The entire surgery team, transplant doctors, neuro surgeons, and everyone in between were left with no understanding. No pre existing conditions, no signs and they still have no idea how or why. Another question I’ll forever wonder.
This is hardest thing I have ever done in my life. Times infinity. The feeling of her having a successful transplant and us planning for all the fun and excitement and then the rug ripped out from underneath. A pain I will have to bear. But enough about me.
Now to my Guardian Angel, my Heart, my Everything. Mom is still blessing people even now. She had registered as an organ donor which was a very very hard thing for me to accept today. I argued a lot with them. I was on edge and not ready. That is such a terrible conversation to have in the middle of this all. But I understand. Someone gave their lungs to her and she always felt that she should show the same kindness and bless another family or two or three or more. That is something I know she wanted. Mom we are all rooting for you in heaven. I know you found peace and you know I have to believe everything happens for a reason. I hate that saying right now and I am having my battles with God. But you both can share it with me one day. I’ll try to be patient until then. You enjoy your time in heaven. We will be here thinking of you always. PS. I gave Lily some pizza. Lol. It’s an inside joke I’m sure I’ll share. Love you mom. "
Melissa Parrott May 26th 1972 - August 10th 2021